Packaging Engineer

About the Role

Our client is a well-established European food manufacturer with a long-standing tradition of producing high-quality products for various markets. Operating across multiple countries, the company offers a broad and diverse product range and has built a strong presence in the industry through its extensive market experience and operational footprint.

With a workforce of several thousand employees, the organization is committed to values such as quality, innovation, and reliable service. It fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture that emphasizes professional growth and employee well-being, contributing to its continued success and strong industry relationships.

With operations spanning over 40 markets and 32 production sites across Europe, the company combines deep market knowledge, broad geographical reach, and a diverse product portfolio to deliver excellence to both clients and partners.

Employing more than 5,000 people, the company places strong emphasis on its core values of quality, innovation, and outstanding service. Its success is driven by a collaborative and supportive work environment that prioritizes employee development and well-being. This culture of excellence enables the company to deliver high standards across its operations and maintain strong partnerships across the industry.

Key Responsibilities

We are currently seeking a Packaging Engineer for the site in Dordrecht, the Netherlands. Operating in an international context, the Packaging Engineer will play a vital role in both new product development and optimization of existing packaging solutions.

Main tasks include:

• Coordinating packaging development projects, including supplier changes and tender support;

• Designing packaging solutions for new products that enhance retail appeal and support innovation;

• Collaborating with manufacturing sites to improve current packaging for existing products;

• Leading cost-saving initiatives in partnership with procurement, vendors, supply chain, and production teams;

• Driving sustainability improvements in collaboration with manufacturing, marketing, and product development;

• Managing project timelines, ensuring effective communication and technical evaluation throughout;

• Specifying packaging materials to balance shelf-life requirements and cost efficiency;

• Running trials, documenting results, and supporting implementation through to product launch;

• Conducting value analysis and cost reduction on packaging materials and processes;

• Supporting production teams during new product introductions and resolving packaging-related issues;

• Maintaining detailed documentation including technical data and die-cut specifications for successful product commercialization;

• Travelling as required for supplier or site visits in line with project needs.

What You Bring:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role or in the packaging industry;

• A bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering (or related field);

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Dutch and English;

• Willingness to travel on a regular basis.