Junior Packaging Technologist

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-site ambient food manufacturer is seeking a Junior Packaging Technologist in Maidstone. This role involves managing packaging documentation, collaborating on new packaging materials, and supporting production trials. With an annual salary of circa £35,000 and significant progression opportunities, it's an ideal role for those aspiring to build a career in the technical and quality aspects of packaging.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Monday to Friday - office hours, Friday work from home

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with Packaging.
• Aspirations for a career in Technical/Quality.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain packaging documentation and specifications.
• Assist in developing and testing new packaging materials.
• Support packaging trials on production lines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation management

Collaboration

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maidstone, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Alexander Steele are working with an established Multi-Site ambient food manufacturer in West Yorkshire which are looking to recruit a Junior Packaging Technologist. The ideal candidate has aspirations for a career in Technical/Quality and has experience working with Packaging.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain packaging documentation, including specification updates, artwork approvals, sample logs, and supplier certificates, ensuring all records are accurate, up to date, and audit-ready.
• Assist in the development, testing, and implementation of new packaging materials to ensure product quality, safety, and shelf life.
• Support packaging trials on production lines, recording data and identifying any issues related to performance or compliance.
• Liaise with suppliers to source samples, request technical data, and support cost-saving or sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including NPD, technical, and operations to ensure packaging solutions meet operational and commercial needs.

On Offer

• Annual Salary of Circa £35,000 DOE
• 33 days AL
• Monday to Friday - office hours - Friday work from home.
• Progression opportunities

If this role sounds of interest or you have any further questions, then please apply with your most up-to-date CV and I will be in touch.