Product Developer

GoodLife Foods group; Granollers; Híbrido; EUR 42.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Bonus plan

25 vacation days + 7 additional days

Laptop provided

Travel allowance

Pension plan

Descripción de la vacante

GoodLife Foods is seeking a Packaging Development Specialist in Granollers to drive new product launches. You will lead packaging development across NPD projects, collaborating with R&D, procurement, suppliers and production to translate briefs into feasible packaging concepts that meet function, sustainability and regulatory standards.

The role requires a bachelor or master in packaging or related field, at least 3 years in FMCG packaging R&D, and fluency in English and Dutch.

Formación

• Bachelor or Master degree in Packaging Science and Technology, Industrial Design Engineering, Food Processing or related disciplines.
• Solid knowledge of common packaging materials and formats; fiber-based packaging and flexible film experience is a plus.
• Strong testing and qualification knowledge across multiple packaging formats.

Responsabilidades

• Lead packaging development activities for new product launches within the organization.
• Translate commercial briefs into technical packaging concepts.
• Evaluate, develop and qualify packaging concepts and materials based on functionality, sustainability, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and drive packaging optimizations, including cost improvements and production efficiencies.
• Lead packaging implementation projects in cross-functional teams including NPD, procurement, suppliers, and production.
• Coordinate with NPD, procurement, suppliers, and production teams; lead trials and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Document packaging specifications and hand over to Technical Office and Operations teams.

Conocimientos

Dutch (NL)

English (EN)

Educación

Packaging Science and Technology

Industrial Design Engineering

Food Processing

Descripción del empleo

## Product DeveloperApplylocations: Granollers Officetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR100074**What will you be doing?**As packaging development specialist at GoodLife Foods, you will play a key role in driving the success of our new product launches. You will lead packaging development activities across multiple ongoing NPD projects, working closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, procurement, suppliers, and production sites.You translate commercial briefs into technical packaging concepts and ensure that every design meets functional, sustainability, and regulatory standards. With your experience, you can quickly take ownership, work independently, and deliver results within a fast-paced environment.Key duties and responsibilities:* Lead packaging development activities for new product launches inside the organization;* Translate commercial briefs into technical packaging concepts;* Evaluate, develop and qualify packaging concepts and materials in line with functionality, sustainability, and regulatory requirements;* Identify and drive packaging optimizations, including cost improvements, material changes, and production efficiencies;* Lead packaging implementation projects in a cross functional teams;* Coordinate with NPD, procurement, suppliers, and production teams;* Lead industrial trials and ensure compliance with functionality, sustainability, and regulatory requirements;* Document packaging specifications and hand over to the Technical Office and Operations teams.In this role, you will report to the Packaging Development Manager.**Do you fit this profile?*** You have a Bachelor or master degree, such as Packaging Science and Technology, Industrial Design Engineering, Food Processing or related disciplines;* Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in FMCG Packaging R&D is preferred, with preference in a food environment;* You have basic knowledge of most common packaging materials and formats. An understanding of fiber based packaging and flexible film technology would be an advantage;* You have a solid knowledge of appropriate testing and qualification procedures across multiple packaging formats;* Willing to travel on a regular basis inside and outside the Netherlands;* Strong drive & passion for packaging development;* Comfortable in an international surrounding, in cross functional teams;* Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English.**Why GoodLife Foods?*** A competitive salary, supplemented by an attractive bonus plan;* 25 vacation days, with the option to take an additional 7 days at no cost;* Company-provided laptop and phone;* 8% vacation pay;* Travel allowance and pension plan;* GoodLife Foods is growing rapidly, and we’d love for you to grow with us!In addition to working with the tastiest snacks, we offer you a position with room for your own input, flexibility, responsibility, and creativity in a growing organization with enthusiastic colleagues. We also place a strong emphasis on a healthy work-life balance.Interested? Apply now and send your resume to [e-mail] GoodLife Foods we believe that great food brings people together and makes every moment more enjoyable. With a team of over 1,700 professionals across Europe, we are leading the way in frozen snacks and offer a diverse range of irresistible food - each made with care, expertise, and the finest ingredients. Behind all our products are great people. As we continue to grow our business, we’re building the foundation for one GoodLife Foods: a place where teams connect, processes align and our collective strengths come together. Working at GoodLife Foods means joining an organisation where diverse cultures and perspectives are celebrated while fostering one unified organisation. We strive to ensure everyone feels valued and connected.