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What this role is
This role involves designing, testing, and commercializing packaging solutions for snack products, with responsibilities ranging from material evaluation to cost optimization. It suits early-career engineers with a packaging or related engineering background who want hands-on experience in manufacturing environments while contributing to product development projects.
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What they ask for
Required
- Basic understanding of packaging concepts and principles
- Fundamental technical knowledge of packaging materials and converting technologies
- Mechanical aptitude and understanding of material and equipment interrelationship
- Ability to design and interpret transport simulation tests
- Critical thinking to evaluate how constraints impact design
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills
- Independent decision-making with judgment on when to seek help
- Ability to communicate complex technical information verbally and in writing
- Understanding of supply chain operations and cross-functional responsibilities
- Collaborative work style
- Self-motivation and initiative
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency with PC applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Teams
Nice to have
- SAP experience