Description
Food and beverage packaging technologists assess appropiate packaging for various food products. They manage matters in relation to packaging while ensuring customer specifications and company targets. They develop packaging projects as required.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
product packaging requirementspackaging engineeringtypes of packaging materialspackaging functionsquality assurance methodologiespackaging processesrisks associated to physical, chemical, biological hazards in food and beveragesfood safety standardsingredient threatsfood safety principlesfood science
Practical Skills
apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beverageswatch food product trendsmonitor filling machinesapply HACCPanalyse packaging requirementscare for food aestheticidentify innovative concepts in packagingmanage packaging development cycle from concept to launchselect adequate packaging for food productsapply GMPmonitor packaging operationsmanage packaging materialkeep up with innovations in food manufacturingassess HACCP implementation in plantsparticipate in the development of new food productskeep up-to-date with regulationsensure correct goods labellinglabel foodstuffsdetect microorganismsmanage corrective actionsdevelop standard operating procedures in the food chaindevelop new food products