Packaging Technologist | WFO | CRK

Cloudstaff Philippines Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Life Insurance

Mid-Year Parties

Career Advancement

Company-provided PC

Free Coffee & Meals

VIP Lounge & Games

Job summary

Cloudstaff Philippines Inc. is seeking a Packaging Technologist to lead research, development and sourcing of cost-efficient, sustainable packaging for our furniture range.

You will collaborate with NPD, Sustaining Engineering, Marketing and Purchasing, and external suppliers to deliver specifications, costings and trials. You will communicate effectively, solve problems, and ensure packaging meets regulatory and quality standards while driving waste reduction and cost savings across the

Responsibilities

• Develop new cost-efficient packaging solutions across our product ranges in response to project briefs.
• Ensure that packaging materials meet set requirements and specifications.
• Develop and champion our sustainable packaging strategy.
• Research new packaging materials and produce samples to test different materials and designs.
• Liaise with marketing, purchasing and production teams as required.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality and practicality.
• Run trials to check packaging for suitability and testing for performance under various conditions.
• Control production and quality standards, including reporting packaging that doesn't meet these standards.
• Evaluate, select and negotiate with suppliers.
• Negotiate packaging options with suppliers, identifying products and thrive to achieve economies of scale.
• Support with the packaging artwork development process.
• Analyse data and write reports as required.
• Keep up to date with technological innovations and packaging materials trends.
• Support wider teams to ensure packaging complies with relevant regulations, standards and compliance requirements.
• Any other ad hoc duties as required by the business.

Job description

Job Description

As the Packaging Technologist you will be responsible for the research, development and sourcing of packaging for a range of furniture that are cost-effective, sustainable, and appropriate for protecting and transporting our products.

You will work cross-functionally with NPD, Sustaining Engineering, Marketing and Purchasing teams, as well as with external suppliers, to deliver packaging specifications, costings and trials so you will need to a confident communicator and be able to problem solve.

Qualifications and Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new cost-efficient packaging solutions across our product ranges in response to project briefs.
• Ensure that packaging materials meet set requirements and specifications.
• Develop and champion our sustainable packaging strategy.
• Research new packaging materials and produce samples to test different materials and designs.
• Liaise with marketing, purchasing and production teams as required.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality and practicality.
• Run trials to check packaging for suitability and testing for performance under various conditions.
• Control production and quality standards, including reporting packaging that doesn't meet these standards.
• Evaluate, select and negotiate with suppliers.
• Negotiate packaging options with suppliers, identifying products and thrive to achieve economies of scale.
• Support with the packaging artwork development process.
• Analyse data and write reports as required.
• Keep up to date with technological innovations and packaging materials trends.
• Support wider teams to ensure packaging complies with relevant regulations, standards and compliance requirements.
• Any other ad hoc duties as required by the business.

You embody our company people values

• Teamwork - Collaborate effectively with humility, appreciating and integrating individual skills and perspectives to achieve collective goals.
• Committed - Dedicate yourself fully to your role, going above and beyond with self-motivation and loyalty to achieve individual, team, and company goals.
• Ownership - Take full responsibility for your work, performance, and conduct, acting with integrity, staying organised, and learning from feedback and mistakes.
• Positive - Approach tasks with optimism and innovation, viewing challenges as opportunities, and bringing energy and enthusiasm to inspire and motivate others.
• Responsive - React quickly and effectively to needs and feedback, prioritising tasks with urgency, embracing change, and maintaining a proactive approach.

Perks and Benefits

• Comprehensive health and life insurance on your 16th day of employment, covering 1 free dependent on the 16th day of employment
• Superb and exciting Mid-Year Parties – with items to give away and cash prizes!
• Endless opportunities for career advancement
• Exclusive ATM inside the office for employee's convenience
• We set you up for success with a company-provided PC/Laptop and fiber internet connection
• Look forward to weekly office perks for work from office staff – Free Coffee, Meals and Beer Fridays!
• Top notch workplace with first class VIP lounge and game rooms
• Child friendly spaces to cater to the needs of employees with children, enhancing work-life balance
• Participate and join our CS Social Clubs and Special Interest Groups to connect with colleagues
• International career growth and connections
• Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals
• Mental Wellness Employee Assistance program through Lifeworks
• In-house psychiatrist available to support employees' well-being
• Become part of the Employee Share Units program
• Cloudstaff Dream Points - To be used for bidding useful items like appliances, kitchenettes etc

Cloudstaff : Build Your Career, Anywhere

Established in 2005, Cloudstaff is a leading outsourcing company that empowers businesses to thrive through smarter talent solutions. We're passionate about creating a work environment that fosters your professional growth and overall well-being.

Why Cloudstaff is the #1 Workplace?

• Award-winning Culture : We're committed to building the #1 Workplace Everywhere, with a proven track record of staff engagement initiatives and industry recognition
• Invest in You : We support your development through comprehensive training programs, mentoring and opportunities for career advancement
• Thrive as an Individual : We offer a strong work-life balance with flexible schedules, meaningful perks and a collaborative team environment.