R&D Specialist

Trivium Packaging; Wedel; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global packaging company in Germany is seeking a knowledgeable Laboratory Technician (R&D Specialist Aerosol) to ensure the suitability of packaging formulations for aerosol products. The role involves conducting various technical analyses and supporting quality improvements. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in chemistry and corrosion, along with experience in laboratory settings. This position emphasizes teamwork and communication to drive results in a multicultural environment. The company offers competitive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Leistungen

35-hour work week with short Friday

IG Metall collective agreement

Employee parking

Company events

Lease-a-Bike program

Subsidy for company pension plan

Access to training and development opportunities

Internal career development options

Leadership at eye level

Qualifikationen

• Completed training as Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA) or equivalent qualification.
• Solid knowledge in chemistry, corrosion, and electrochemistry.
• Ideally 2 years of professional experience in a similar environment.

Aufgaben

• Conduct electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and corrosion analysis.
• Perform storage tests and wet analysis of filling goods.
• Support quality improvements and problem resolution.

Kenntnisse

Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy

Corrosion analysis

Problem-solving methods

Statistical analysis

Good English skills

Team player

Analytical thinking

Creativity

Initiative

Strong communication skills

Ausbildung

Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA) or equivalent qualification

Tools

MS Office

Specific laboratory applications

Jobbeschreibung

Trivium Packaging is a global sustainability leader in metal packaging with more than 60 locations worldwide, nearly 8,000 employees, and an annual revenue of approximately €3.0 billion. Trivium serves a diverse range of customers in a variety of end markets such as food, seafood, pet food, nutrition, beauty and personal care, household care, and premium beverages.

Trivium wants to shape the industry and has embarked on an ambitious transformation journey. In the near term, focus is on building & upskilling the team, deciding where to play & how to win, and increasing financial performance by executing the Trivium Business System (commercial, operational, and supply chain excellence). Sustainability is embedded in our materials and in our actions. Trivium has ambitious sustainability targets and focuses exclusively on products that are infinitely recyclable. Our company sustainability journey has been awarded with a Platinum medal by EcoVadis, the world’s leading rating agent who allocated this award only to the top 1% of the >75000 companies reviewed. Sustainability is embedded in each and every function at Trivium, it’s in our DNA. The global head office is at Amsterdam Airport; however, many people work in virtual teams from different countries. Our culture is results‑driven, entrepreneurial, informal, and highly multicultural. Our people have a high degree of responsibility.

Responsibilities

As a Laboratory Technician / CTA (R&D Specialist Aerosol), you are an expert in various technical activities to check the suitability of formulations in relation to packaging, support internal qualification processes for approving aerosol cans for our customers, and determine shelf life. In addition, you will assist the company in selecting the appropriate packaging for internal and external customers (steel and aluminum aerosols) and perform all analyses related to internal corrosion and product compatibility.

Your tasks include:

• Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy
• Corrosion analysis (observations)
• Storage tests (corrosion, delamination, leakage, etc.)
• Wet analysis of filling goods (pH, water content, chloride, etc.)
• Technical examination of lacquers (before and after application)
• Handling complaints
• Supporting quality improvements and problem resolution
• Providing all data to assess the suitability of a specification
• Ensuring standardized working methods, strengthening procedures, processes, and protocols
• Supporting and advising production in complex customer complaint cases
• Assisting in the development of new test methods, conducting test design, validating and standardizing new methods
• Maintaining and developing specific expertise
• Supporting workplace organization (safety, 5S, etc.)

Requirements

• Completed training as Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA) or equivalent qualification
• Solid knowledge in chemistry, corrosion, and electrochemistry
• Experience in problem‑solving methods and statistical analysis
• Good English skills and confident use of MS Office and specific laboratory applications
• Ideally 2 years of professional experience in a similar environment
• Team player in an international matrix organization
• Analytical thinking, creativity, and initiative
• Ability to make and defend decisions
• Resilience, patience, and perseverance
• Strong communication skills and continuous improvement mindset

What We Offer / Benefits

• 35‑hour work week with a short Friday
• IG Metall collective agreement
• Employee parking
• Company events (e.g., food truck, BBQ, Christmas party)
• Lease‑a‑Bike program
• Subsidy for company pension plan
• Access to numerous training and development opportunities
• Internal career development options
• Leadership at eye level

Start Date

As soon as possible

BRINGING YOUR TRUE SELF TO WORK

To reach our goals, we know we need colleagues at all levels who are truly diverse in every way. That’s why we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our people and it’s business critical for us to ensure all our people have what they need to perform at their best and can be their true selves at work.