Junior Packaging Development

Mondelēz International; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 in

Pension scheme with employer

Private healthcare and wellbeing

Global learning and development

Inclusive and collaborative culture

Job summary

Mondelēz International is seeking a Packaging Development & Engineering professional to join the team on a fixed-term basis for 18 months. You will lead packaging development activities, working with R&D, marketing, production, procurement and suppliers to deliver innovative packaging solutions.

Based in the UK, you may be located in Bournville, with flexibility for Poland, France or Germany. The role combines hands-on testing, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to drive packaging

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Packaging, Food Science, or related field.
• 2–3 years' experience ideally within fast moving consumer goods or consumer packaging goods environment.
• Strong interest in packaging design, innovation, and sustainability.
• Project management and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – CAD software.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring precision and excellence in all aspects of design and specification.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to navigate complex challenges and drive projects forward.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively partner with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate curiosity by staying current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to bring fresh thinking to the team.

Responsibilities

• Help define consumer and user packaging requirements.
• Support the development of new packaging in collaboration with R&D product, marketing, production, procurement and suppliers.
• Conduct packaging tests in laboratory, carry out trial on packaging line.
• Analyse packaging performance in term of quality, cost & environmental impact.
• Monitor packaging projects in line with timeline and budget.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication

Consumer focus

Technical curiosity

Project management

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering, Packaging, Food Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

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.

How you will contribute

With the support and guidance of a manager, you will organize and execute projects in line with RDQ, marketing and manufacturing requirements, effectively communicating status and risks. You will plan and conduct activities to generate appropriate packaging information, using sampling and supplier management, and pilot plant and factory trials in accordance with good manufacturing practice and HACCP requirements. In this role, you will plan and conduct process development activities (e.g. packaging design and specifications, packaging scale up, commissioning etc.) and help with planning and the effective use of resources, including the use of external agencies. You will also create technical reports, which will require your skills in analysis and interpretation of results that will lead to conclusions and recommendations; create and maintain accurate packaging specifications; and create intellectual property to drive our competitive advantage.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career.

• Working on teams and independently with the guidance of a manager
• Prioritizing and managing activities
• Identifying problems proactively and creating and implementing solutions independently
• Applying fundamental technical understanding to interpret and analyze data to reach clear conclusions
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, including technical writing
• Putting the consumer at the heart of development activities
• Technical curiosity and a collaborative mindset

Opportunity

This exciting role offers you the chance to be at the forefront of packaging innovation, shaping the future experience of some of the world's most recognizable chocolate brands for consumers across the globe. You will be instrumental in driving technical excellence, creativity, and strategic foresight to develop breakthrough packaging solutions that delight consumers and meet stringent industry standards.

Location: candidates can be based primarily in Bournville (UK) or Wrocław (Poland), alternative locations as France and Germany may be possible.

Key responsibilities

• Help define consumer and user packaging requirements.
• Support the development of new packaging in collaboration with R&D product, marketing, production, procurement and suppliers.
• Conduct packaging tests in laboratory, carry out trial on packaging line.
• Analyse packaging performance in term of quality, cost & environmental impact.
• Monitor packaging projects in line with timeline and budget.

Your profile

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Packaging, Food Science, or related field.
• Min. 2-3 years' experience ideally within fast moving consumer goods or consumer packaging goods environment.
• Strong interest in packaging design, innovation, and sustainability.
• Project management and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – CAD software.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring precision and excellence in all aspects of design and specification.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to navigate complex challenges and drive projects forward.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively partner with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate curiosity by staying current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to bring fresh thinking to the team.

Travel Requirements

The candidate must have availability to occasional travel within MEU (depending on project requirements).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme
• Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits
• Access to Mondelēz International's global learning and development programmes
• A vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture

Important: this is a fixed-term contract for 18 months.

Job Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Packaging Development & Engineering

Science & Engineering

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.