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Senior Packaging Engineer
Description
Your Role
We are looking for a passionate Senior Packaging Engineer to join our dynamic Industrial team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact by leading our transition to sustainable packaging.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of industrial operations and the collaborative needs of a multinational company.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of industrial operations and the collaborative needs of a multinational company.
What you will do
- Identify and propose new opportunities for improvement and innovation.
- Define, plan, and execute development projects focused on cost savings, supply security, innovation, and machine investment in collaboration with the Marketing, Purchasing, and Operations teams.
- Drive innovation and work towards sustainability goals.
- Support and manage local packaging technicians.
- Supervise the creation and implementation of new packaging formats.
- Conduct lab tests and develop packaging prototypes.
- Create and update detailed packaging specifications.
- Collaborate on the approval of artwork designs.
- Ensure compliance with packaging vendor assurance procedures.
- Address supplier complaints and follow up on action plans.
- Evaluate and audit suppliers, implementing improvement plans where necessary.
- Coordinate with various plants in different countries to apply best practices and align processes.
- Update suppliers’ certificates to meet pet food regulation requirements.
What we are looking for
- University degree in Engineering.
- 10 years of experience in packaging.
- Fluent in English.
- Proficiency in French and Italian is a plus.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Initiative and proactive approach.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Excellent relational and communication skills.
- Capacity for continuous learning.
What we offer
- Hybrid working model
- Flexible working hours
- Affinity University platform
- Professional development opportunities to employees at different stage of their careers, acknowledging diverse career paths.
- Pet friendly office
- Celebrations & Fun
We cultivate an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity. We firmly believe that embracing a variety of perspectives is integral to both our company’s success and the strength our team. That’s why we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all.
Our Company
Affinity Petcare is more than an international petfood company. For more than 60 years, we have been dedicated to nourishing healthy bonds between dogs, cats and people to make the world a better place.
We are very proud of our innovative brands which include: Ultima, Advance, Brekkies, Nature’s Variety, Nature’s Menu, Natural Trainer, Libra and more. Currently, we are over 1,200 professionals working for this purpose from Barcelona, Paris, Milan, and Snetterton, as well as 4 production sites through which we supply the 70+ countries where our brands have a presence.
So, what are you waiting for? Join our team to leave your footprint!
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