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Packaging Technologist EFZ

Industrially develop and produce packaging.

About this profession

Industrially develop and produce packaging. Over 3 years you learn this profession in a host company, at the vocational school and in inter-company courses. At the end you receive a nationally recognised Federal VET Diploma (EFZ).

Day-to-day responsibilities

  • ›Analyze packaging trends and implement them
  • ›Design prototypes of packaging
  • ›Plan production processes for packaging
  • ›Ensure quality control for packaging

Skills you'll need

Material knowledgeCreativityTechnical understandingProblem-solvingTeamwork

A typical week as an apprentice

Host company

3 days/week — you learn the trade hands-on alongside experienced professionals.

Vocational school

1–2 days/week — general education plus job-specific theory.

Inter-company courses (üK)

Several blocks per year — practise core techniques together with other apprentices.

Where you'll work

Software houses, IT departments, engineering firms, start-ups and large industrial companies.

Entry requirements

  • Completed compulsory school (Sek A or B, depending on profession). Strong school report in relevant subjects helps.
  • A 'Schnupperlehre' (1–5 day taster) is the best way to find out if the profession suits you.

What you earn at the end

Federal VET Diploma (EFZ) — a nationally recognised qualification that opens doors to higher VET (HF), the vocational baccalaureate (BM) and universities of applied sciences.

Apprentice wage

Typical monthly gross wage (CHF). Actual wages vary by sector and region.

Year 1

CHF 700 – 900/ Mt.

Year 2

CHF 900 – 1’200/ Mt.

Year 3

CHF 1’200 – 1’600/ Mt.

Future-readiness

Score 3/5
SolidSolid
Demand trend3/5
Adaptability3/5
Automation risk3/5

Our take

Demand for sustainable, efficient packaging solutions remains high, offering good prospects despite automation risks through adaptability and specialization.

Sources

Early contract endings in this field

Across IT & Engineering apprenticeships, roughly 12–18% of contracts are ended early, compared with about 23% nationally. Most of those apprentices continue their training elsewhere.

Further education & career

  • Federal Diploma of Higher Education (e.g., Logistic Specialist)
  • Higher Technical College (e.g., HF Technician)
  • Vocational Baccalaureate and University of Applied Sciences
  • Specializations in materials science

Learn more

Official sources and further information about this profession.