Packaging Lab Assistant
- Hiring from
- Netherlands
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
Job Description
Packaging lab assistant at a glance ...
As a packaging lab assistant you are part of the packaging team within the R&D department based in Nijmegen. You are working in the packaging lab to support the packaging technologists around the globe by providing data & learnings to make data-driven decisions for their projects.
Key Ingredients:
Performing physical tests in the Packlab in Nijmegen & reporting
Support packaging technologists where needed.
3D-printing prototypes & mock-ups.
Keep track of the planning.
Day to day maintenance on equipment.
Giving input in developing new test methods & procedures.
Recipe for Success: Apply if this sounds like you!
The ideal candidate has at least a finalized degree at least HBO level with the background in packaging, chemistry, physics or comparable.
Key competencies:
Experience within lab environment
Language skills: Fluent in business English, both written and verbal
Team collaboration: a supportive team player
Ownership: take initiative
Adaptability: willingness to learn quickly and adapt in a dynamic environment.
What we offer you / You deserve:
• An ambitious employer: we want to the best for you;
• A fast career track like only few other companies can match;
• Reimbursement for commuting costs
• Hybrid working model
• Discount on health insurance and gym membership
• Always room for new ideas; if you have an excellent idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action!
We hope to find you a seat at our table!
We grow our people to grow our business. We develop extraordinary people who bring ambition, curiosity, and dedication to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making ambitious decisions.
Location(s)
Nijmegen
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
ABOUT US
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
WHY US
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands.
Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
INCLUSION MATTERS TO US
Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry.
We’re committed to:
- Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities.
- Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.