Packaging Technologist
Opportunity to grow your career with Kraft Heinz!
Flexible work arrangement – 3 days in office, 2 days remote
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Kickstart Your Career with Kraft Heinz!
Are you looking to grow your career in R&D? Do you want to join a dynamic team with a proven track record of internal growth and career advancement opportunities? We have an exciting permanent opportunity for a Packaging Technologist to join our New Zealand R&D team, based in Hastings
The Company
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
Key position responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Leadandsupportpackaging projects for new product development, cost reduction, quality improvement, and process enhancement.
Deliver projects on time and to a high standard through effective project management.
Design packaging solutions that minimize total cost (materials, operations, andlogistics) while meeting project requirements.
Ensure packaging designscomply withthe Australian Packaging Covenant and New Zealand Packaging Stewardship scheme.
Develop and control packaging specifications and associated documentation.
Collaborate with packaging suppliers to stayup-to-dateon industry developments and innovation,ensuringsuppliers provideoptimalpackaging performance, cost, and innovation.
Provide technical support to other departments on packaging-related issues.
Maintainaccurateand relevant packaging specifications and technical documents.
Help position Heinz as a leader in innovative packaging solutions to maximize profit.
What you'll bring:
Minimum of3years’ experience in an FMCG company in a packaging or technical related field.
Ability to work in a team environment or autonomously to resolve problems and improve systems.
Excellent interpersonal,verbaland written communication skills
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Good project management,planningand organization skills
Strong technical understanding of packaging materials
Strong technical understanding of canning, bottle, glass and pouch materials and processes
Degree in Science, Technology or Engineering
Qualification in Packaging Technology
Benefits of working with us:
Hybrid Working – Flexibility around when and where you work
Leave Options – Volunteer leave and LiveWell leave programs to give you even more flexibility to plan your life and spend time on causes that matter
Great Place to Work certification in Australia and New Zealand
In House Training Programs
Ready to make an Impact?
If you're a results-driven R&D professional, a collaborative team player, and passionate about delivering value, we want to hear from you. We will review applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close this job posting at any time.
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Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 37,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
