CareerPlan

Packaging Technologist

Minchinbury, New South WalesFull-time$143k–$164k2026-11-03 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Develop cost-effective packaging solutions with positive sustainability impact for ALDI's product categories.

Role type

Packaging Technologist (Sustainability)

Builds

Packaging design solutions and specifications for ALDI-exclusive branded products

Domain

Retail / FMCG / Sustainable Packaging

Deliverable

product features

Required skills

packaging design, packaging optimisation, material selection, rigid plastics knowledge, Australian packaging regulations, project management, data analysis, business case development, stakeholder consultation, manufacturer collaboration

Preferred skills

PREP tool knowledge, FMCG experience

Technologies

Excel, PREP

Responsibilities

Work with Buying teams and suppliers to implement packaging solutions; Develop business cases for packaging improvements; Consult as subject matter expert on technical packaging; Establish best-in-market packaging specifications; Build relationships with manufacturers for format innovation; Collaborate with global ALDI Packaging Group for local innovation