Packaging Technologist

With roots dating back to 1913, ALDI is proud to make a real difference to people across the world by offering top quality products for low prices. ALDI first entered the Australian grocery market in 2001 and has since grown to have almost 600 stores and 8 distribution centres in 5 states.

If you’ve ever shopped at ALDI you know we are not your average supermarket.  We’re also not your average employer. ALDI is a place where you’ll find good people, good purpose and great opportunities. So, you can work with a great team, feel great for making a real difference for everyday Australians and enjoy a rewarding career.

It’s that simple. ALDI Good Different.

Grow your career with a global retailer as a Packaging Technologist within our Sustainability team at ALDI Australia, based in Minchinbury. This is a permanent full-time position.

In this role, you will be contributing to ALDI's packaging design solutions that are cost effective while maintaining a positive sustainability impact. You will be a vital part of a team who are reshaping the future of packaging in Australia.

Every day you'll play a part in making our world a better place, working alongside like-minded individuals who share your passion for driving positive change. At ALDI, your work goes beyond the role; it's about making a tangible difference in the world, a chance to contribute to something greater than ourselves.

What does the role look like? 

• Work with Buying teams and product suppliers to drive the implementation of cost-effective packaging solutions across allocated product categories. 
• Develop business cases for packaging improvements that include technical, commercial and recyclability considerations. 
• Consult as the subject matter expert to internal stakeholders with technical packaging expertise and technology insights. 
• Establish best-in-market packaging specifications for ALDI-exclusive branded products and implement these in the business. 
• Build collaborative relationships with packaging manufacturers to identify new packaging formats to drive packaging optimisation and cost savings. 
• Collaborate with the global ALDI Packaging Group to develop and maintain best-in-class packaging and use global packaging insights to drive innovation locally. 

And the best part? Every single day at ALDI, you'll know you're making a difference, supporting our mission to help everyday Australians live richer lives for less.

• A passion for all things packaging and knowledge of the Australian packaging regulatory landscape. 
• Demonstrated experience in packaging design, optimisation, and material selection, ideally within FMCG.
• Strong technical knowledge of packaging formats and materials, particularly rigid plastics.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical information to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to drive change, influence others, and build strong working relationships.
• Well-developed project management and data analysis skills, including advanced Excel capabilities.
• Working knowledge of the PREP (Packaging Recyclability Evaluation Portal) tool is desirable but not required. 
• Degree qualified either in a Science or Engineering discipline.

• Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave for pursuing your passions outside of work.
• Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work options.
• Support during life’s most important moments including paid parental leave, including superannuation on parental leave.
• Complimentary access to free physiotherapy to treat non-work related aches, pains or niggles.
• Work with a company who has been recognised as an Employer of Choice every year since 2018 - 2024.
• Boost your wellbeing with the MyALDI wellbeing program with discounted access to Fitness Passport and health insurance.

Remuneration

• Transparent tiered salary range of $143,400 - $163,500 including Superannuation.

At ALDI, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and identities. To learn more, please visit www.aldicareers.com.au