Packaging Assistant - R&D
Listing reference: amka_000022
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 10 October 2025
Position summary
Industry: FMCG & Supply Management
Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Location: Gauteng
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
About our company
Amka is a South African home grown company with over 60 years in the Health and Beauty Industry. We are among the top 5 in South Africa. Our Vision is to be “Brand leaders in the Health, Beauty and Home Care Industry.” Our purpose is “To enrich people’s lives by creating and sharing Abundance.”With a portfolio of over 50 popular brands, Amka is a leading manufacturer in Skin Care, Bath Care, Hair Care, Home Care, Perfumes, Deodorants and Sun Screens.Our Health and Beauty brands include some of South Africa’s most-loved brands.
Introduction
We are hiring for a Packaging Assistant – R&D
Position Summary
• Create and maintain all new packaging material component specifications in SAP.
• Ensure packaging materials are EPR compliant and complete a monthly list for purchasing.
• Measure and analyse department packaging components.
• Engage with suppliers to ensure specifications are completed in the new Amka format.
• Load specifications onto SAP after compiling and obtaining supplier sign-off.
• Assist with packaging projects and factory trials.
• Assist with compatibility for new products.
Qualifications
• Higher education Chemistry or IPSA Diploma, preferably
Skills
• Good communication skills
• Able to work well in teams
• Attention to detail
• Good analytical skills
• Able to work under pressure
Knowledge
• Must be computer literate and versatile with office programs
• Packaging knowledge will be advantageous
Experience
• Experience in a FMCG environment
Job description
Job Title: Packaging Assistant
Position Summary
The Packaging Assistant will play a key role in supporting the packaging department by managing specifications, ensuring compliance, and contributing to product development initiatives. Responsibilities include:
- Developing and maintaining packaging material component specifications in SAP
- Ensuring packaging materials comply with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations and submitting monthly purchasing lists
- Measuring and analyzing packaging components within the department
- Collaborating with suppliers to finalize specifications in the updated Amka format
- Uploading approved specifications to SAP following supplier sign-off
- Supporting packaging-related projects and factory trials
- Assisting with compatibility assessments for new product launches
Qualifications
- Higher education, preferably an IPSA Diploma
Preferred Institutions
- Technicons and universities
Skills
- Strong communication abilities
- Effective team collaboration
- High attention to detail
- Solid analytical thinking
- Ability to perform under pressure
Knowledge
- Proficient in office software and computer literacy
- Packaging knowledge is advantageous
Experience
- Prior experience in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) environment
Minimum requirements
- Develop and maintain packaging specifications in SAP
- Ensure EPR compliance and submit monthly purchasing lists
- Analyze packaging components and support factory trials
- Collaborate with suppliers using the Amka format
- Upload finalized specifications to SAP
- Assist with packaging projects and product compatibility
Qualifications
- Higher education Chemistry Diploma or (IPSA Diploma preferred)
Skills
- Strong communication and teamwork
- Attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Ability to work under pressure
Knowledge
- Proficient in office software
- Packaging knowledge is a plus
Experience
- Background in FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) environment
Benefits
Pension Fund
Medical Aid
Performance Bonus