Packaging Technologist

Recruitment Consultant at Alexander Steele | Food, Drinks and Consumer Goods Recruitment Specialist - Technical, Operations, Supply Chain & Commercial

Location:

Coventry

Hours:

Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm

This range is provided by Alexander Steele Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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• Managing relationships with design houses and supporting the development of best‑practice packaging solutions.
• Briefing artworks, maintaining cutter guides, coordinating redesign projects and managing film changeovers on site.
• Supporting the NPD process—packaging trials, transit testing, and managing print timelines from FTP through to site introduction.
• Providing day‑to‑day packaging support to Operations and QA teams.
• Building knowledge of packaging materials to improve line efficiency and product performance.
• Ensuring all existing packaging is compliant, fit for purpose and supported by accurate electronic specifications.
• Delivering cost‑saving and rationalisation projects.
• Building strong supplier relationships and keeping up to date with industry trends, materials, and competitor insights.
• Solving operational packaging quality issues.
• Supporting NPD launches when equipment or materials present challenges.
• Balancing quality, cost, and technical feasibility in packaging development.
• Managing artwork and print requirements within tight deadlines.
• Identifying correct barrier films for product and shelf‑life needs.
• Addressing legal or technical issues related to packaging or print.

• Strong background in NPD packaging within food manufacturing.
• Experience working with artwork, packaging materials, and print processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and a problem‑solving mindset.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with occasional travel required.

You’ll have the opportunity to influence packaging development for a major food brand, work on exciting new projects launching in 2026, and build relationships across the industry. If you’re passionate about packaging innovation and looking for a role with real impact – this is an excellent move.