Job ID: R0009409
Date posted: 08/10/2024
Do you have a passion for creating a better life at home for many people and therefore an extensive interest in contributing to food solutions? Leading packaging development is intricately linked to business development in Range Area (RA) food Consumer-Packaged Goods.
Then this opportunity might be for you. As a Packaging Solution Engineer, you are an important contributor in the product development process, ideation and creation of new products and solutions aiming for best customer experience and satisfaction. We believe “packaging is part of the product” BUT at RA Consumer Packaged Goods, we believe, Packaging is the product!
Job Description
IKEA of Sweden is a global product development and innovation hub, where you will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of product types as well as test and work with cutting edge materials/technologies and face many technical challenges every day.
As a Packaging Solution Engineer, you are responsible for:

• Lead the packaging development for your development team and hence portfolio thereof, this is where you lead the business from packaging perspective.
• Design and develop innovative packaging solutions for a range of Consumer-Packaged Goods, considering factors such as product dimensions, sale solution, logistic set up, supplier capabilities, shipping requirements, finally customers’ expectations.
• Collaborate with product designers, engineers, and suppliers to integrate packaging considerations into the product development process.
• Conduct verification testing and analysis to evaluate the performance of packaging designs.
• Optimize packaging by maximizing usage of IKEA Packaging Standards and Shared Solutions, materials, and processes to reduce costs, minimize waste, and enhance sustainability.
• Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to packaging design, materials, and sustainability initiatives.
• Work closely with logistics and supply chain teams to optimize packaging configurations for transportation and storage efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance the quality and functionality of packaging solutions.
• Responsible for creation and validity of technical packaging documentation through the entire lifecycle of product.

Qualifications
To be successful in this job we believe you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience in packaging design and development in the food industry is an advantage but not a must.
• Proficiency in CAD software-Solid Works, Artios etc. for designing packaging structures and prototypes.
• Knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for sustainability and a commitment to reducing environmental impact through packaging innovation.
• A self-driven, structured, resourceful person who takes initiative and leads your work forward.
• You are solutions oriented, able to prioritize, with a drive in making tough decisions. You like to be challenged and to keep learning new things. You will work with colleagues from all over the world. You therefore need to be fluent in English.

Additional information
Our Food business is a strong contributor to the IKEA brand and business growth, and we have the ambition to drive positive change in the food industry.
We are on an existing journey where we, over the next years, will continue to strengthen the core of what we do developing food that is good for people and the planet. Every day we dare to challenge ourselves and live our values and we embrace the future and face the opportunities to enable success.
We are in Älmhult, in IKEA of Sweden, where the total customer offer is being developed where we want to work close to our IKEA colleagues across the value chain and how we meet our customers every day. For example, did you know that more than 520 million guests enjoyed our food last year?
Apply
Please send us your application, CV, in English latest 22 October 2024. We really want to get to know you, so instead of a motivational letter please let us know:

• Why you find this job interesting
• Why you think you will have a good fit for the job

This is a permanent onsite position located at Älmhult, Sweden.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter Jonas Levin at Jonas.levin@inter.ikea.com and if you need more information about the role please contact Hiring Manager Puneet Trehan at puneet.trehan@inter.ikea.com