We are looking for a packaging technologist to join a well-established packaging manufacturer in Adelaide.
This is a hands-on technical role working with flexible films used in the manufacture of packaging for food, beverage and other products.
You will work closely with production, quality and technical teams to test and assess films, investigate problems and ensure materials perform as expected during manufacturing and in the finished product.
What you’ll be doing:
Testing and evaluating versatile films and packaging materials
Investigating film failures, defects and performance issues
Supporting production trials and recent material development
Analysing test results and identifying improvements
Working closely with production, quality and technical teams
Ensuring films meet required specifications and quality standards
Recording test results and preparing technical reports
What we’re looking for:
Experience with flexible films, plastics, polymers or flexible packaging
Experience with material testing, quality or technical troubleshooting
An understanding of how films behave during manufacturing and packaging
Strong practical problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Someone comfortable working in both a testing/laboratory workplace and alongside manufacturing teams
This could suit someone from flexible packaging, film manufacturing, plastics or polymers who enjoys hands-on testing, investigating problems and understanding how materials perform.