Packaging Development Technologist

Job Description
Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.
Mondelēz International empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. We're leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as Oreo, Cadbury, Philadelphia, Pascall, The Natural Confectionery Company, Belvita, Ritz and Toblerone, with global revenues exceeding $31 billion USD.
Working closely and collaboratively with a high-performing, engaged R&D Packaging team, this role is an exciting opportunity to organise and execute projects in line with RDQ, Marketing and Manufacturing requirements. With significant investment in innovation across our local manufacturing sites, the ability to be creative and work on end-to-end NPD projects is an attractive part of our Packaging roles.
Mondelēz R&D is a highly collaborative team, empowered as custodians of a diverse range of incredible brands loved by millions of consumers. The scale of our business in Australia & New Zealand provides attractive career pathways and learning opportunities with established brands.
How You Will Contribute

• Support the implementation of packaging projects for biscuits and baked snacks - a wonderful mix of imported and local products
• Work closely with other R&D teams, Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement and suppliers to help feed the packaging funnel, considering new technologies, material market trends and packaging sustainability
• Support the management of technical timelines, providing timely communication and outlining issues, risks and contingency plans
• Conduct and coordinate functional testing, including analysis of data, results and follow-up recommendations and action plans
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise throughout the deployment of projects
• Ensure all Packaging Quality expectations are delivered within programmes

What You Will Bring
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career, along with the following experience and knowledge:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Technology, Packaging Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 1 year of industry experience in the Food, Cosmetic or Nutrition industry; manufacturing experience is advantageous
• Experience with digital tools such as AutoCAD, Illustrator, SAP, and AI tools
• Technical curiosity and a strong eye for detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic knowledge of technical, regulatory, legal and financial affairs

This role is based on site at Ringwood.
No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
At Mondelez International, our mission is to provide consumers with the right snack, for the right moment, made in the right way. We are one of the largest snack companies in the world, with global net revenues exceeding $31 billion USD.
We have operations in more than 80 countries and employ approximately 91,000 diverse and talented employees in our factories, offices, research & development facilities and distribution activities around the world.
In Australia and New Zealand, we have 6 factories, and both global and local brands, employing over 2,000 people; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, Toblerone, Philadelphia, belVita, Pascall, The Natural Confectionery Company, Sour Patch Kids and Ritz.
Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type
Regular
Scientific Administration
Science & Engineering