The CompanyAt Goodman Fielder our purpose is simple. It's about making everyday food better for everyone.Goodman Fielder is a leading global food company, and the custodian of a host of iconic Kiwi brands like Meadow Fresh, Puhoi Valley, Molenberg, Natures Fresh and Freya's that generations of New Zealand have grown up with and put in their supermarket trolleys every week.We might be biased but we believe our team here at Goodman Fielder is an amazing place to work, and a great team to be part of! We're driven by our values - We Grow Together, We Keep Things Simple, We Get Stuff Done.Our OpportunityWe are looking for an experienced Packaging Technologist to join our Research & Development team to help achieve our New Product Development strategies.You will take ownership for the project management and development of packaging solutions to achieve Brand plans, value engineering targets, and sustainability goals of Goodman Fielder packaging.Your accountabilities will include :Take ownership for the delivery of packaging projects for new products and improvements to existing product packagingPackaging analysis including factory and transport trials and providing insights for improvementDevelop project timelines and key milestones whilst managing stakeholder expectationsAbout youTo make this role a success we are looking for someone who has a background in packaging and managing projects, preferably with experience in numerous different types of food and beverage packaging.Other skills and experiences we are looking for include :Degree qualification in Packaging Technology, Food Technology, or Material SciencesA working knowledge of the packaging industry including trends and sustainability movementsPrior experience as a Packaging Technologist, multiple packaging types would be highly advantageousExperience in managing end-to-end projects including an ability to demonstrate ownership and drive initiativesWhat can we offer you?You will be joining a driven team of professionals who genuinely enjoy working together, resulting in a highly collaborative environment.You will also work with the wider R&D team and site teams with an opportunity to learn from other sites across New Zealand.In return for your passion and success, we will reward you with a competitive remuneration package and help you to achieve personal and professional growth and development.To know more about this role or other opportunities that Goodman Fielder has available please visit our careers page. www.careers.goodmanfielder.com.au#J-18808-Ljbffr
