Future Innovation Ideation Lead

DS Smith; Redditch; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions company in Redditch is looking for an Ideation and Solutions Specialist to drive innovation within the Future Innovation Team. You will generate creative ideas for future products, working independently and collaboratively to shape concepts from initial brainstorming to credible outcomes. The ideal candidate brings expertise in packaging manufacturing, is energised by emerging materials and technologies, and has strong creative thinking abilities. Join us to push the boundaries of innovation and realize new possibilities in packaging solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in early-stage innovation.
• Hands-on experience of customer packaging lines.
• Demonstrate capability to translate technologies into solutions.

Responsibilities

• Drive ideation and concept generation.
• Explore ideas through sketching and prototyping.
• Collaborate with specialists to develop ideas.
• Contribute to handover materials for further stage.

Skills

Creative thinking

Problem-solving skills

Experience with CAD tools

Knowledge of packaging manufacturing processes

Ability to work collaboratively in teams

Ability to navigate ambiguity

Tools

CAD software

3D printing tools

Job description

A leading packaging solutions company in Redditch is looking for an Ideation and Solutions Specialist to drive innovation within the Future Innovation Team. You will generate creative ideas for future products, working independently and collaboratively to shape concepts from initial brainstorming to credible outcomes. The ideal candidate brings expertise in packaging manufacturing, is energised by emerging materials and technologies, and has strong creative thinking abilities. Join us to push the boundaries of innovation and realize new possibilities in packaging solutions.