We are Lactalis AustraliaHere at Lactalis, we are true to our purpose: we are a family business offering healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together. And, we just happen to be the worldwide leader in what we do.  At the heart of our Australian business we have over 2,200 passionate employees, working closely with our farmers, customers and consumers to produce the finest dairy products in the country. Pillar brands such as Paul’s, OAK, Ice Break, Tamar Valley Dairy, Vaalia, President and Galbani provide Lactalis Australia with a deep national footprint for growth and prosperity.Our OpportunityDue to internal growth we have two opportunities available in our National R&D Packaging team, reporting to the Research & Development (R&D) Manager Packaging. You will be responsible for developing diverse packaging projects across multiple categories and manufacturing sites.Main responsibilities will include but will not be limited to :Managing and delivering packaging technical activities for new product development, renovations, packaging innovations, productivity and sustainability initiativesEnsuring technical feasibility and successful implementation of technical validationsKeeping records, generating reports and updates relating to development projectsDeveloping project timelines for packaging activities, communicating risks and mitigation plans Mentoring junior R&D Packaging team membersAbout you :You have Tertiary qualification in Food and/or Packaging5-7 years’ experience in packaging development or a technical roleStrong experience with Continuous Improvement mindset and Project managementProven track record of delivering projects from conception to launchAbility to manage competing priorities; understanding the level of needs basis within the roleConfident to manage internal expectations and liaise with all areas of the businessIn return we offer an exciting career challenge for you to make an immediate impact, career growth opportunities, competitive salary package and a team orientated and fast paced work environment committed to succeeding.If you are interested in this role and believe you have the relevant skillset we are looking for please Apply Now! Including your current resume by selecting 'Apply' and following the prompts.No Recruitment Agencies – We have this one covered!

Senior Packaging Technologist

  • Permanent role, Monday-Fri flexible roster
  • Great insight into a large scale dairy manufacturer
  • Located Rowville

We are Lactalis Australia

Here at Lactalis, we are true to our purpose: we are a family business offering healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together. And, we just happen to be the worldwide leader in what we do.  

At the heart of our Australian business we have over 2,200 passionate employees, working closely with our farmers, customers and consumers to produce the finest dairy products in the country. Pillar brands such as Paul’s, OAK, Ice Break, Tamar Valley Dairy, Vaalia, President and Galbani provide Lactalis Australia with a deep national footprint for growth and prosperity.

Our Opportunity

Due to internal growth we have two opportunities available in our National R&D Packaging team, reporting to the Research & Development (R&D) Manager Packaging. You will be responsible for developing diverse packaging projects across multiple categories and manufacturing sites.

Main responsibilities will include but will not be limited to :

  • Managing and delivering packaging technical activities for new product development, renovations, packaging innovations, productivity and sustainability initiatives
  • Ensuring technical feasibility and successful implementation of technical validations
  • Keeping records, generating reports and updates relating to development projects
  • Developing project timelines for packaging activities, communicating risks and mitigation plans 
  • Mentoring junior R&D Packaging team members

About you :

  • You have Tertiary qualification in Food and/or Packaging
  • 5-7 years’ experience in packaging development or a technical role
  • Strong experience with Continuous Improvement mindset and Project management
  • Proven track record of delivering projects from conception to launch
  • Ability to manage competing priorities; understanding the level of needs basis within the role
  • Confident to manage internal expectations and liaise with all areas of the business

In return we offer an exciting career challenge for you to make an immediate impact, career growth opportunities, competitive salary package and a team orientated and fast paced work environment committed to succeeding.

If you are interested in this role and believe you have the relevant skillset we are looking for please Apply Now! Including your current resume by selecting 'Apply' and following the prompts.

No Recruitment Agencies – We have this one covered!