Packaging Development Technologist

Mondelez International; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondelez International is seeking a Packaging Scientist to organize and execute end-to-end NPD packaging projects in Australia. Based on-site in Ringwood, you will collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain and Manufacturing to ensure timely delivery of packaging solutions.

You will bring a degree in Food Technology or Packaging, 1+ year experience in the food/cosmetics/nutrition sector, and skills in AutoCAD, Illustrator, SAP, and AI tools, with strong communication and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Technology, Packaging Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of industry experience in the Food, Cosmetic or Nutrition industry; manufacturing experience is advantageous.
• Experience with digital tools such as AutoCAD, Illustrator, SAP, and AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of packaging projects for biscuits and baked snacks, including local and imported products.
• Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement and suppliers to feed the packaging funnel and assess new technologies.
• Manage technical timelines, communicate issues, risks and contingency plans.
• Conduct functional testing, analyze data, and propose follow-up actions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during project deployment.
• Ensure Packaging Quality expectations are met within programmes.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Technical curiosity

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Food Technology/Packaging

Tools

AutoCAD

Illustrator

SAP

AI tools

Job description

Job Description Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride. Mondelēz International empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. We're leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as Oreo, Cadbury, Philadelphia, Pascall, The Natural Confectionery Company, Belvita, Ritz and Toblerone, with global revenues exceeding $31 billion USD. Working closely and collaboratively with a high-performing, engaged R&D Packaging team, this role is an exciting opportunity to organise and execute projects in line with RDQ, Marketing and Manufacturing requirements. With significant investment in innovation across our local manufacturing sites, the ability to be creative and work on end-to-end NPD projects is an attractive part of our Packaging roles. Mondelēz R&D is a highly collaborative team, empowered as custodians of a diverse range of incredible brands loved by millions of consumers. The scale of our business in Australia & New Zealand provides attractive career pathways and learning opportunities with established brands.

How You Will Contribute

• Support the implementation of packaging projects for biscuits and baked snacks — a wonderful mix of imported and local products
• Work closely with other R&D teams, Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement and suppliers to help feed the packaging funnel, considering new technologies, material market trends and packaging sustainability
• Support the management of technical timelines, providing timely communication and outlining issues, risks and contingency plans
• Conduct and coordinate functional testing, including analysis of data, results and follow-up recommendations and action plans
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise throughout the deployment of projects
• Ensure all Packaging Quality expectations are delivered within programmes

What You Will Bring

• A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career, along with the following experience and knowledge: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Technology, Packaging Engineering or a related field Minimum 1 year of industry experience in the Food, Cosmetic or Nutrition industry; manufacturing experience is advantageous Experience with digital tools such as AutoCAD, Illustrator, SAP, and AI tools Technical curiosity and a strong eye for detail Excellent communication skills Basic knowledge of technical, regulatory, legal and financial affairs

The role is based on site at Ringwood. No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

At Mondelez International, our mission is to provide consumers with the right snack, for the right moment, made in the right way. We are one of the largest snack companies in the world, with global net revenues exceeding $31 billion USD. We have operations in more than 80 countries and employ approximately 91,000 diverse and talented employees in our factories, offices, research & development facilities and distribution activities around the world. In Australia and New Zealand, we have 6 factories, and both global and local brands, employing over 2,000 people; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, Toblerone, Philadelphia, belVita, Pascall, The Natural Confectionery Company, Sour Patch Kids and Ritz. Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type Regular Scientific Administration Science & Engineering At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about. We have a rich portfolio of strong brands – both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast. Join us and Make It An Opportunity!