Packaging Manager - Innovation, Quality & Efficiency

Technical Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Wellington; In loco; NZD 110.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Whittaker's is seeking a Packaging Manager in New Zealand to set the direction for packaging and ensure protection, on-line efficiency, and standout shelf appeal. You will lead a Packaging Technologist, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive projects from concept to production.

The ideal candidate brings strong packaging technical grounding in FMCG or food manufacturing, with a track record of improving quality, sustainability, and cost.

Competenze

• Proven experience in packaging development, packaging technology or packaging management.
• Track record leading packaging projects from concept to commercial implementation.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, systems and manufacturing processes.
• Experience leading and developing people and working across cross-functional teams.
• Qualification in Packaging Technology, Food Technology, Engineering, Materials Science or a related field.

Mansioni

• Lead packaging strategy, roadmaps and innovation for new products and changes.
• Maintain specifications and technical documentation with regulatory, customer and sustainability requirements.
• Oversee packaging change management, approvals, risk assessment and artwork governance.
• Partner with Operations & Engineering to reduce waste and improve packaging efficiency, quality and reliability.
• Build supplier relationships, support selection, qualification and performance management.
• Coach and develop a Packaging Technologist and lead on H&S, food safety and quality.

Conoscenze

Packaging knowledge

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Continuous improvement

Formazione

Packaging Technology/related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Whittaker's is seeking a Packaging Manager in New Zealand to set the direction for packaging and ensure protection, on-line efficiency, and standout shelf appeal. You will lead a Packaging Technologist, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive projects from concept to production.

The ideal candidate brings strong packaging technical grounding in FMCG or food manufacturing, with a track record of improving quality, sustainability, and cost.