Senior Packaging Technologist
leicester, england, United Kingdom
Here at Alexander Steele Recruitment we continue to partner with a global food manufacturer who supply a vast range of food products to UK retailer and Food Service outlets. The business has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Packaging Technologist to join their UK innovation team at their site in Leicestershire.
On offer:
Salary is circa £50,000 + bonus
Working Mon - Fri with 2 days WFH
33 days holiday
Enhanced company pension
Medical scheme
Excellent career development opportunities
The role of a Packaging Technologist involves taking lead of the technical aspects of packaging development. Reporting to Head of NPD and Innovation, the Senior Packaging Technologist plays a crucial role in the entire life cycle of packaging, from sourcing, designing and development of packaging with a focus on responding to new packaging briefs;
Key accountabilities;
Leading all packaging projects
Drive sustainability agenda across all packaging
Assure adherence of packaging products to predefined requirements and specification.
Produce prototypes for the purpose of evaluating diverse materials and design options.
Work cross functionally with Commercial, Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, and Suppliers, facilitating seamless project delivery aligned with key business objectives.
Work closely with suppliers to identify packaging solutions and recognise opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality standards.
Conduct packaging trials to assess suitability and evaluate performance across diverse conditions.
Oversee artwork development throughout the organisation), engaging with graphic designers (both internal and external) to ensure accurate artwork creation.
Maintain current knowledge of technological advancements in the packaging field.
The candidate:
Packaging Development experience with a strong understanding of packaging components, supplier and manufacturing processes.
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Be organised and be able to manage multiple projects
Proactive and creative approach to problem solving
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to strict deadlines
Sound understanding and experience of financial / cost management
If this sounds like it could be the role for you please apply with an up to date CV or more information please Tracey on 0131 370 9191 / 07837 566646 / [email protected]