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 structural change we have an opportunity for a Packaging Technologist to join the team, reporting to the Research & Development (R&D) Manager - Packaging and will be responsible for developing diverse packaging projects across multiple categories and manufacturing sites. This opportunity is based in either Victoria (any of our sites) or Lidcombe.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 projectsAbout you :You have Tertiary qualification in Food and/or Packaging3 years’ experience in packaging development or a technical roleStrong experience with Continuous Improvement mindset and Project managementWorked on delivering projects from conception to launchConfident 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.

Packaging Technologist

  • Based in Lidcombe or Victoria
  • Permanent Full-time Opportunity
  • Excellent Career Growth Opportunities

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 structural change we have an opportunity for a Packaging Technologist to join the team, reporting to the Research & Development (R&D) Manager - Packaging and will be responsible for developing diverse packaging projects across multiple categories and manufacturing sites. This opportunity is based in either Victoria (any of our sites) or Lidcombe.

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

About you :

  • You have Tertiary qualification in Food and/or Packaging
  • 3 years’ experience in packaging development or a technical role
  • Strong experience with Continuous Improvement mindset and Project management
  • Worked on delivering projects from conception to launch
  • 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.