Junior Packaging Developer

Job Description

Job Description:

This role is a great opportunity for junior specialists to step into big projects in R&D or to change their career path to Packaging Development.

The purpose of the job is to support new packaging design and development projects for Pet Nutrition Europe's Dry and Care & Treats Segments, from concept through to implementation in our factory network. In addition, they will support projects aimed at improving the design and performance of our existing packaging portfolio, and to ensure that opportunities to optimize costs are identified and realized.

What are we looking for?

• A BS or advanced degree or equivalent technical qualification in Packaging, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field could be a benefit

• Ideally, some experience working on packaging projects will also consider experience from a packaging-related technical field

• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and with external suppliers

• Passionate about learning & personal development

What will be your key responsibilities?

• To support the technical packaging design and development for a variety of projects (Innovation, Renovation, Supply Cost Savings).

• Support the Optimisation of existing packs and packaging materials to improve cost, quality and how they perform on our machine.

• Support the development of new packaging concepts, materials and, testing methods.

• Support line trials in Mars Petcare factories/suppliers/co-packers including the relevant documentation and presentation of results

• Responsible for producing packaging samples in the Packaging Lab or through suppliers.

• Support analysis of new packaging materials and their characteristics to demonstrate whether they are fit for purpose.

• Maintenance of packaging systems e.g. Veritas

• Support Creation and custodianship of all relevant packaging specifications.

• To support the delivery of projects on time and cost.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.