Packaging Technologist

Packaging Technologist

North Lincolnshire | Food Manufacturing

£35,000 - £37,500 | Full-time | Permanent

Let's Set the Record Straight.

Packaging isn't "just a box". Not here.

We're partnering with a seriously impressive food manufacturer - the kind that doesn't follow trends, they set them. From protein-heavy favourites to a fast-growing seafood portfolio, this business is scaling up and needs a Packaging Technologist who knows how to make packaging work harder, smarter, and better.

This is a role for someone who likes to be in the action. New launches. Packaging upgrades. Cost-down projects. Sustainability challenges. Real impact. Real visibility. No hiding behind a screen.

If you want a role where your decisions actually end up on shelf, keep reading.

The Job (The Good Stuff)

You'll be the technical brains behind packaging across two production sites, getting stuck into :

Translating briefs into practical, production-ready packaging solutions

Presenting packaging concepts with confidence (yes, people will listen)

Leading packaging trials, transit testing, and launch activity

Managing artwork and print across internal systems and retailer platforms

Owning packaging specifications, BRC compliance, and waste reporting

Working closely with procurement to identify smart cost-saving opportunities

Acting as the go-to packaging expert for operations, NPD, and suppliers...