Quality Packaging Specialist

Ferrero International S.A.; Brantford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global confectionery company is seeking a Quality Packaging Specialist to ensure quality controls on incoming packaging materials. You will inspect, analyze, and communicate with suppliers about packaging compliance. The ideal candidate has a degree in Packaging Technology or Engineering, relevant experience, and strong collaboration and communication skills. The role offers competitive pay, benefits starting on day one, and the chance to be part of an inclusive corporate culture.

Benefits

Competitive Rates

Fully employer-paid benefits starting on day 1

Employer matched pension

Up to 14 weeks Parental Leave top-up

15 vacation days

Opportunities for advancement

On-site Cafeteria

Free Parking

Employee events e.g. BBQ’s and Ferrero product giveaways!

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of packaging material – i.e. corrugated, paperboard, plastic.
• Knowledge of production processes and packaging machinery.
• Knowledge of packaging test methods.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming and internal packaging materials to determine whether they meet approved specifications.
• Ensure timely inspection of incoming packaging materials based on SAP testing plans.
• Communicate results of inspection to suppliers in case of non-conformance.
• Perform laboratory tests and analysis on a variety of packaging materials.
• Investigate material complaints arising in production against packaging quality specifications.

Skills

Ability to read technical drawings

Ability to collaborate with other departments

Ability to identify and distinguish colours

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Ability to independently solve problems and set priorities

Strong communication skills in a multi-cultural environment

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or Diploma in Packaging Technology or Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno® and Kinder Surprise®. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.

About the Role:

The Quality Packaging Specialist role ensures quality controls on incoming packaging, in accordance with group guidelines, in order to avoid any quality related issue that could emerge once the goods are used on the production line.

This individual will be reporting to the Incoming Quality Specialist.

Main Responsibilities:

• Inspect incoming and internal packaging materials to determine whether they meet the approved specifications, and release or reject them based on the results
• Ensure the timely inspection of incoming packaging materials based on SAP testing plans
• Communicate results of inspection to suppliers in case of non-conformance of weekly/monthly samples
• Perform laboratory tests and analysis on a variety of packaging materials.
• Provide support to other departments within the company during package development, mold approvals, modification, alternate supplier sample approvals or line performance issues
• Investigate material complaints arising in production against the packaging quality specifications.
• Manage minor non-conformities in SAP related to food safety and Quality and communicate to the local procurement and attach CAPA’s in SAP
• Trend analysis of non-conformities in SAP in comparison to number of material complaints by each production area
• Hold and release non -conforming packaging materials in SAP and or physically
• Work with all internal departments to ensure compliance for new packaging codes created
• Archive management for the retain samples

Who We Are Looking For:

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience
• Degree or Diploma in Packaging Technology or Engineering
• Knowledge of packaging material – i.e. corrugated, paperboard, plastic
• Knowledge of production processes and packaging machinery
• Knowledge of packaging test methods
• SAP experience is a plus
• Knowledge of Microsoft Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Skills:

• Ability to read technical drawings
• Ability to collaborate with other departments
• Ability to identify and distinguish colours
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to independently solve problems and set priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others
• Strong communication skills in a multi-cultural environment
• Attention to detail

Why Work at Ferrero:

• Competitive Rates
• Shift premiums
• Fully employer-paid benefits starting on day 1
• Employer matched pension
• Up to 14 weeks Parental Leave top-up
• 15 vacation days
• Opportunities for advancement
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• On-site Cafeteria
• Free Parking
• Employee events e.g. BBQ’s, ice cream days and Ferrero product giveaways!
• Relocation assistance available

Diversity Statement

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

Ferrero Canada will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the HR Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.