Packaging Laboratory Specialist

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES; Wageningen; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SIRE Life Sciences is seeking a Packaging Laboratory Specialist to support a busy R&D environment in Wageningen. You will run packaging tests and keep the lab operating smoothly, collaborating with packaging developers, production sites, quality teams, and external partners.

The role requires hands-on lab testing experience, a degree in materials science or engineering, and good English; Dutch is a plus. This on-site position offers an opportunity to contribute to packaging innovation within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Technical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong data handling and documentation in quality-focused environments.
• Good English communication; Dutch language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day packaging laboratory operations.
• Prepare, set up, and execute packaging material tests.
• Align with packaging developers on test requirements.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment; assist troubleshooting when issues occur.
• Record results clearly with traceable data.
• Follow quality procedures and contribute to lab improvements.
• Coordinate testing timelines with internal and external partners.

Skills

Lab testing methods

Lab equipment handling

Data management

Quality documentation

Packaging materials

English communication

Dutch language (advantage)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Materials Science / Technical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Company

Our client is a global, innovation-driven organisation with a strong focus on consumer products and sustainability. From a modern R&D environment, multidisciplinary teams develop and improve packaging solutions that support both product quality and business continuity. The culture is hands-on, collaborative, and focused on delivering high-quality results in a practical way.

Job Description

We are looking for a Packaging Laboratory Specialist to support a busy R&D environment by running packaging tests and keeping the packaging laboratory operating smoothly. The Packaging Laboratory Specialist works closely with packaging developers, production sites, quality teams, and external partners to set up and execute tests on a wide range of packaging materials, ensuring accurate data and reliable reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day activities in the packaging laboratory to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Prepare, set up, and execute packaging material tests in line with agreed test plans
• Align with packaging developers on what needs to be tested and confirm requirements before starting
• Operate and maintain laboratory testing equipment and support basic troubleshooting when issues occur
• Record results clearly and accurately, ensuring high-quality data and traceable documentation
• Work according to quality procedures and contribute to continuous improvement of lab ways of working
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external parties to keep testing timelines on track

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with laboratory testing methods and working with lab equipment
• Affinity with packaging materials and an interest in packaging innovation
• Ability to work accurately with data and documentation in a structured, quality-focused environment
• Practical, proactive mindset and the ability to work in a dynamic setting
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Material Science, Technical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Good English communication skills (Dutch is an advantage)
• Temporary Full-Time Contract

Other Information

The role is based on-site in Wageningen and involves working closely with an international R&D community. The team environment is collaborative and focused on delivering consistent, high-quality testing results that enable packaging development and improvement.

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