Senior Packaging Technologist

Harrison Scott Associates; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Packaging Technologist to spearhead packaging design and innovation in North West England. This role encompasses project management across various packaging initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency and sustainability within the industry.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years' experience in FMCG or packaging manufacturing.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and setbacks.
• Strong desire to learn about consumer drivers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all packaging projects in full and on time.
• Drive packaging implementation at the site of manufacture.
• Lead packaging trials and implementations across multiple manufacturing sites.

Skills

Communication

Planning

Organizational Skills

Technical Input

Job description

Senior Packaging Technologist, North West England

Client:

Location:

North West England, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

52d8d475c3eb

Job Views:

3

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Packaging Technologist

Salary: £35k to £47k per annum

Location: North West England

Reference: J4314

Contact: Telephone: [phone]

A leading company within the industry it serves has an opening in its in-house packaging team. They are looking for a packaging technologist to lead the design and development of packaging and drive packaging innovation, renovation, improvement, sustainability, and efficiency implementation projects. This is an end-to-end packaging role with the opportunity to truly make it your own mark across all things packaging.

Responsibilities include:

• Deliver all packaging projects in full and on time
• Identify, research and present packaging innovation projects
• Provide technical input into the artwork procedure
• Drive packaging implementation at the site of manufacture
• Work on efficiency – improving initiatives
• Work with production quality control teams on setting standards and resolving quality issues
• Support commissioning of new packaging lines
• Lead packaging trials and implementations across multiple manufacturing sites
• Support and advance the Packaging Sustainability Strategy and its targets
• Develop and maintain Packaging Specifications for all applicable categories

Candidates should have at least 4 years’ experience in an FMCG or packaging manufacturing environment, with the ability to manage ambiguity and setbacks. A desire to learn and understand consumer drivers is essential. Strong communication, presentation, planning, and organizational skills are key. If you are a creative individual passionate about packaging, we would love to hear from you.

Additional notes:

Please note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you might need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information.

Bank or payment details should not be provided when applying. All applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button.

Created on 02/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom