Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is on the hunt for a Packaging Technologist Intern to join our Milling Division based in Pretoria  for a duration of 12 months. This individual will function as resource to the Assistant Packaging Innovations Manager to provide hands on support in terms of organization around trials, analysis and data capturing for all projects plus provide an admin execution function. Candidate must have a genuine interest to grow in the packaging space.

Minimum Requirements    

• Food Technology/ Biotech. Diploma or similar (or studying towards degree)
• Packaging Diploma (IPSA) Advantageous
• A Basic Knowledge of:
• Packaging analysis, Packaging materials i.e. Food contact packaging
• Design, barcoding, Colour management, plate making & print production
• Project management and processes
• Food labelling regulations
• HACCP standards
• ISO and BRC standards
• Know how to design an experiment and write up a report
• Analytical and Resilient

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Packaging analysis and data capture such as dimensional/functional testing, waste management and throughput tracker, checking of non-conforming packaging
• Provide a strong administrative role including, master data and project workflow management, obtaining colour standards, specifications, and barcode verification reports, and carrying through to approval and capturing on the system.
• Organizational functions include, artwork process management and validation, packaging trial arrangements, capturing trial information, minute taking, report compiling and circulation plus arranging sample materials for trials and mock ups or samples as marketing require