Team Leader Packaging Development – Materials Development

Graphic Packaging International; Lunds kommun; On-site; SEK 800,000 - 1,050,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness allowance

Pension and insurance benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Short decision paths and high employee

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International in Lund, Sweden seeks a Team Leader for Packaging Development – Materials Development to guide a materials team in driving barrier laminate innovations. You will balance hands-on development with technical leadership in a collaborative setting.

The role emphasizes cross-functional work across Packaging Development, Purchasing, Production and Quality, with opportunities for leadership growth and international exposure.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Materials Engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of polymeric materials.
• Experience with packaging materials and laminates.
• Excellent communication in Swedish and English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of the Materials Team.
• Develop and evaluate new barrier laminates through laboratory testing and pilot trials.
• Verify materials in laboratory, production, and customer environments.
• Support and contribute technical expertise in material development projects.
• Collaborate with Packaging Development, Purchasing, Production, Quality, and external suppliers.
• Participate in customer-focused development projects.
• Drive innovation and contribute to sustainable packaging solutions.

Skills

Strong communication

Team coordination

Project coordination

Education

Master's degree in Materials Engineering

Job description

Are you passionate about materials innovation and ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?

At Graphic Packaging International, we're developing sustainable packaging solutions that help some of the world's leading brands reduce their environmental footprint. We're now looking for a Team Leader Packaging Development – Materials Development to join our Packaging Development organization and play a key role in driving material innovation for the future.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced materials specialist who enjoys combining hands-on development work with team coordination and technical leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of the Materials Team
• Develop and evaluate new barrier laminates through laboratory testing and pilot trials
• Verify materials in laboratory, production, and customer environments
• Support and contribute technical expertise in material development projects
• Collaborate closely with Packaging Development, Purchasing, Production, Quality, and external suppliers
• Participate in customer-focused development projects
• Drive innovation and contribute to the development of competitive, sustainable packaging solutions.

This position does not include formal people management responsibility but offers excellent opportunities for leadership development and future growth.

We believe you bring:

• Master's degree in Materials Engineering or a related field
• Strong knowledge of polymeric materials
• Experience working with packaging materials and laminates
• Excellent communication skills in Swedish and English, both written and spoken

It is an advantage if you also have:

• Experience with paper or carton-based materials
• Knowledge of lamination, extrusion, or related manufacturing processes
• Experience leading projects or coordinating cross-functional initiatives
• Previous experience coaching, mentoring, or supporting colleagues in a technical environment

We offer:

• A meaningful role contributing to sustainable innovation
• An international and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional and leadership development
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Reduced working hours
• Wellness allowance
• Pension and insurance benefits
• A culture with short decision-making paths and high employee engagement