Hybrid FMCG Packaging Engineer – R&D

Recruitment Solutions (Folkestone) Limited; Folkestone; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Packaging Engineer for a temporary role in Folkestone. This position is ideal for recent graduates or those studying Packaging Engineering or related fields. You'll assist in packaging development and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product specifications while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic R&D environment. Ideal for candidates with some exposure to R&D or manufacturing processes, this role offers hands-on opportunities to enhance your technical skills.

Qualifications

• Degree (or working towards) in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or similar.
• Previous experience in R&D, packaging, manufacturing, or FMCG.
• Understanding of packaging materials, specifications, and testing methods.

Responsibilities

• Support packaging development and optimisation for new products.
• Lead Value Engineering projects with support from senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate on packaging specifications and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Understanding of packaging materials

Packaging development

Value engineering

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Packaging Engineering

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Packaging Engineer for a temporary role in Folkestone. This position is ideal for recent graduates or those studying Packaging Engineering or related fields. You'll assist in packaging development and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product specifications while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic R&D environment. Ideal for candidates with some exposure to R&D or manufacturing processes, this role offers hands-on opportunities to enhance your technical skills.