Shape the next generation of plastic packaging solutions with us. We are a family-owned business focusing on the sustainable development and production of innovative packaging systems for a wide range of industries. Join us in paving the way towards an efficient circular economy in the packaging industry. Sustainability and in particular the environmentally conscious use of resources drive all business activities for our clients. Founded in 1955 in Austria, 24,350 colleagues now work together in 200 production facilities in 46 countries.

• Develop and expand global sourcing strategies for PET and HDPE bales and flake

• Identify, evaluate and onboard new partners in plastic waste collection, sorting and recycling

• Screen international markets for recyclers, collectors, licensors and technology partners
• Drive and coordinate closed‑loop initiatives across the ALPLA recycling network
• Support the development of new rPET and rHDPE raw material sources in close collaboration with product development and operations
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to generate and implement innovative recycling concepts
• Represent ALPLA Recycling at industry events, meetings and conferences
• Support supplier qualification and supplier audits within the recycling value chain
• Build and maintain a knowledge base on waste management, recycling technologies, and sustainability trends

• Open-minded, team working and communicating person with special interest in environmental affairs

• Technical college or university degree or working experience
• Knowledge regarding environmental, governmental/ societal, technical and economic relations
• Deep understanding and experience in the field of waste management with preferred specialization or interest in plastic recycling and plastic materials
• High personal motivation and eagerness to push recycling activities at ALPLA
• Flexibility and travelling applicable for this job
• English required, additional languages beneficial

• Unlimited workplace flexibility thanks to generous rules regarding working from home 

• You can expect a secure future with us – as a manufacturing company, we are globally on a growth path 
• There is ALPLA Kids all-day childcare for children aged between 15 months and 6 years 
• Stay fit and healthy with the professional training offered by ALPLAsports
• We promote climate-friendly mobility with everything from a year-long season ticket for local public transport to purchasing an e-bike

Ms Elise Nussbaumer, Human Resources, is happy to hear from you. She’ll answer any questions that you might have prior to application. Just call +43 (5574) 602 661. Please apply online at career.alpla.com

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