Packaging Technologist, Packaging Technologist

Packaging Technologist

Join Pilgrim’s Europe as a Packaging Technologist. This roaming role across Northern Ireland & Great Britain will be based on site, Monday to Friday.

• Conduct packaging trials, testing, and validation to ensure materials are fit for purpose.
• Nurture and support the introduction of new packaging into manufacturing sites, ensuring compatibility with machinery and processes.
• Collaborate with suppliers to explore and investigate packaging innovation and sustainable packaging solutions.
• Work within cross‑functional teams across Pilgrims Europe, including I&D, Process Development, Procurement, Finance and Operations.
• Respond to packaging‑related technical issues, working with site teams and suppliers to deliver timely solutions.
• Ensure packaging complies with industry standards and customer requirements.
• Identify cost‑effective packaging alternatives and support procurement in cost engineering initiatives.
• Support data capture and reporting for sustainability and compliance initiatives.

• Honours Degree and/or PIABC Certificate and/or Diploma in Packaging – or equivalent.
• Experience in R&D, NPD, or Manufacturing.
• Demonstrable knowledge of packaging and packing processes.
• Effective team player and communicator.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.
• Flexibility to travel.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Experience in launching food packaging, preferably in pork, poultry, meals or snacking.
• Qualification in Packaging Technology, Product Design, or Food Technology.
• Familiarity with material testing techniques.
• Previous customer‑facing experience.

Entry level.

Full‑time.

Design, Art/Creative, Information Technology.

Food and Beverage Manufacturing.

Craigavon, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.