R&D Assistant Manager - Packaging Development

TCP Group (Bang Bon)

Bangkok Metropolitan Region, Thailand

TCP originated as a pharmaceutical manufacturer over 67 years ago in Thailand, and our journey to become the owner of one of the world’s most iconic beverage brands has simply been extraordinary. Today, the vast portfolio of beverages, snacks and services from TCP Group has become people’s choice across the world. Through the years and with geographical expansion, what remains unchanged is our commitment do deliver quality and sustainability that energize and refresh the world to be a better place for all.

About this position

The R&D Assistant Manager - Packaging Development is responsible for leading the packaging process, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with food safety standards while developing innovative packaging solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the packaging process to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with food safety standards.
• Conducts project research & development on packaging material, testing, laboratory analysis, commercial test run of packaging material.
• Develops and implements test procedures for the evaluation of materials, work-in-process, and finished products.
• Coordinates and participates new product commercial production test run with production.
• Initiates, reviews and makes change request of Raw Material Specification.
• Develop and implement innovative packaging solutions that align with brand standards, product specifications, and sustainability goals.
• Drive sustainability initiatives, introducing recyclable and biodegradable materials to reduce environmental impact.
• Monitor and control packaging costs while maintaining quality and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Packaging & Material Science and Technology/Engineer or related fields.
• At least 5 years of experience on packaging development in Food & Beverage Industry.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, packaging materials, and processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and project management capabilities.
• English proficiency.