An industry-leading client of ours is currently looking for the expertise of a Research & Product Developer to join their team.

We are in need of someone to:

• Do Extensive research (articles, papers, etc.)
• Conduct thorough laboratory testing (before sending samples to customers/running trials).
• Visit stores and perform store tests (E.g.. Fast food, retail, factory)
• Manage projects
• Research
• Food understanding for cooking
• Mechanical understanding for forming

Structurally we need to be able to produce a tray that is more comparable to polystyrene and plastic trays. We have new tooling we need to trial with. Our need:

• Research
• Mechanical understanding of strength
• Store trials & Tests

We are wanting to test adding coatings onto cardboard @ S&G. We need to have an internal person that can do tests and keep records of the results. Poly-coated board replacements.

The Extended Producers Responsibility act is going to come. We need someone to keep abreast of what is going on and provide information to management, our sales team, and customers. We need someone happy to do research and write summaries.

Perform tests and trials on sealing Gralex trays with plastic and board.

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to: [email protected]

Alternatively, you can visit our website to find your next opportunity – www.rporecruitment.co.za  or give us a call at 021 180 0776 and ask for Nikki. 

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.