Packaging Specialist

iStaff Recruitment

Full-time Other Production Occupations
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Location
Tulbagh, Western Cape, South Africa
Posted
July 05, 2026

Job Description

Our client in the Tulbagh area is looking for a Packaging Specialist responsible for end-to-end management of packaging systems and specifications for fruit-based snack products, from early design and briefing through to commercial production and machine efficiency optimisation

Minimum Requirements:


  1. Grade 12

  2. Degree in Packaging Science or a related technical field

  3. IPSA Diploma or higher

  4. Minimum 5 years' experience in a packaging environment

  5. Experience in FMCG or food manufacturing (strongly preferred)

  6. Strong computer literacy, including data analysis and reporting

  7. Demonstrated AI and digital tool usage for technical documentation and analysis

  8. Very good knowledge of packaging materials, printing technologies and labeling

  9. Problem-solving mindset and proactive learner



Duties and Responsibilities: