Packaging Technologist – North West England - North West England - pa

Packaging Technologist – North West England

The role of packaging technologist is to lead, design and develop structural packaging initiatives based on consumer insights and market requirements.

We are looking for someone with a working knowledge of the major packaging conversion processes, 2–5 years of experience in a similar role, an engineering or packaging degree, and management experience would be an added advantage.

• Lead packaging development activities on small to medium new variant/brand projects.
• Communicate with packaging teams around the globe to share best practice and facilitate/support project development and rollout.
• Develop new or existing packaging that meets supply chain, formulation, consumer, brand, regional and confidentiality requirements.
• Lead packaging testing activities, understand and interpret results, make recommendations and build robust specifications.
• Work and communicate effectively with different departments and suppliers to deliver against the project network timings and identify and manage risks.
• Play an active role in leading and contributing to the Packaging Strategy and other category activities.