Packaging Development Specialist
2 days ago
Granollers
Packaging Development Specialist At GoodLife Foods, we believe that great food brings people together and makes every moment more enjoyable. With more than 1,650 professionals across Europe, a portfolio of 1,600 products, and 14 manufacturing sites, we are a leader in frozen snacks and appetizers. Every product is crafted with care, expertise, and the finest ingredients. Being part of GoodLife Foods means being PROUD: pragmatic, respectful, open-minded, united, and motivated. These values guide the way we work together in an environment that embraces diverse cultures and perspectives, ensuring that everyone feels connected and empowered to contribute to our success. We are currently looking for a Packaging Development Specialist to join our offices in Granollers (Barcelona). In this role, you will report to the Packaging Development Manager. JOB PURPOSE As packaging development specialist at GoodLife Foods, you will play a key role in driving the success of our new product launches. You will lead packaging development activities across multiple ongoing NPD projects, working closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, procurement, suppliers, and production sites. You translate commercial briefs into technical packaging concepts and ensure that every design meets functional, sustainability, and regulatory standards. With your experience, you can quickly take ownership, work independently, and deliver results within a fast-paced environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead packaging development activities for new product launches inside the organization, • Translate commercial briefs into technical packaging concepts, • Evaluate, develop and qualify packaging concepts and materials in line with functionality, sustainability, and regulatory requirements, • Identify and drive packaging optimizations, including cost improvements, material changes, and production efficiencies, • Lead packaging implementation projects across the Group, working with cross-functional teams, • Coordinate with NPD, procurement, suppliers, and production teams, • Lead industrial trials and ensure compliance with functionality, sustainability, and regulatory requirements, • Document packaging specifications and hand over to the Technical Office and Operations teams. JOBHOLDER REQUIREMENTS: • You have a Bachelor or Master degree, such as Packaging Science and Technology, Industrial Design Engineering, Food Processing or related disciplines, • Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in FMCG Packaging R&D is preferred, with preference in a food environment, • You have basic knowledge of most common packaging materials and formats. An understanding of fiber based packaging and flexible film technology would be an advantage, • You have a solid knowledge of appropriate testing and qualification procedures across multiple packaging formats, • Willing to travel between company sites on a regular, • Strong drive & passion for packaging development, • Comfortable in an international surrounding, in cross functional teams, • Excellent communication skills in English WHAT DO WE OFFER? • A full-time position with 1 day of remote working per week, • The opportunity to join a solid and growing company offering an ambitious project within the food industry, • A dynamic work environment, • Additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process 🌟 Are you ready for a new professional challenge? If you're looking for a role where you can continue developing your expertise in Packaging Development within an international, dynamic, and evolving environment, this could be a great opportunity for you. Join us and become part of a team where your ideas, talent, and contributions truly matter. At AudensFood, we believe in creating a workplace where everyone can grow, contribute, and feel valued. We promote equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion in all their forms, fostering an environment of respect and collaboration. We believe in talent, diversity, and growing together. If you are proactive and committed professional who is eager to be part of a constantly evolving company, we would love to hear from you! 🙌
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