Description
Functions and role of packaging in modern society. Structure of the packaging supply chain and the relation between packaging and marketing.
Alternative labels
packaging operations
packaging practices
packaging performance
packaging function
package functioning
packaging applications
a packaging function
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Packaging functions is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Food and beverage packaging technologist: 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.
Packaging production manager: Packaging production managers define and analyse package units in order to avoid damages or loss of quality of the goods packed. They also design the packaging according the specifications of the product and offer solutions to solve packaging problems.
Optional knowledge
Packaging functions is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Packaging functions – ESCO
