Junior Packaging Technologist

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Junior Packaging Technologist based in Northampton. The role involves managing packaging documentation, assisting in the development of new materials, and supporting production trials. With a salary of around £35,000, this position offers career progression and benefits including 33 days of annual leave and flexible working on Fridays.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Progression opportunities

Monday to Friday office hours

Friday work from home

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain packaging documentation.
• Assist in development and testing of new packaging materials.
• Support packaging trials on production lines.
• Liaise with suppliers and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation management

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Job description

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northampton, 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.