Trainee Manager – Product Development
Job in
Durban, 3611, South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-19
Listing for:
Human Destiny Executive Search and Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-19
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Product Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Packaging Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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- Technical development for all sample requests received for marketing team and customers
- New RM development and supplier development
- Evaluate alternate materials, possibilities, processes, and equipment
- Identify new opportunities for the next business pipeline – Concepts
- Discuss successful projects with the Marketing team as I2M’s (Information to Market) format
- Determine and implement improved technologies used by suppliers, competitors, and customers
- Transfer new technologies, products, and manufacturing processes into and out of the company within Group companies
- Document all phases of Sample development for project commercialization
- Manage customer relationships, handle product requests, reviews, customer visits, and product testing
- Attend industry conferences on research topics of interest
- Coordinate with the global technology team on new projects and best practices in R&D
- Participate in the selection of new technology, machinery, and business concepts
- Lead key projects with Marketing and Operations teams to support business goals
Any one of the following with a full-time course from a recognized university:
- Master of Science
- Postgraduate in Polymer Science
- Chemical Engineer or Diploma
- Packaging Engineer or Diploma in Packaging & Printing
- Fluent verbal and written communication in English
- Technical knowledge in flexible packaging (products, machinery, technology & raw materials)
- Troubleshooting and knowledge of different packaging lines
- Computer skills and soft skills; good presentation skills
- Leadership and teamwork abilities
- 2-5 years in the food packaging industry
- 2-5 years in paper/plastic film
Not Applicable
Employment typeFull-time
Job functionProduction, Supply Chain, and Project Management
IndustriesPackaging and Containers Manufacturing, Consumer Services, and Plastics Manufacturing
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