New Packaging Introduction Technologist

What's On In Doncaster; Ossett; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading name in the food industry as an NPI Packaging Technologist. This role is focused on improving sustainability in packaging for dairy and plant-based products, with opportunities for collaboration and innovation within a dynamic R&D team.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Experience in the food industry, including artwork approval and packaging development.
• Ability to overcome challenges and develop solutions.

Responsibilities

• Identifying opportunities and leading projects to improve packaging sustainability.
• Collaborating with internal teams and customers for packaging introduction.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Numerical skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

BSc in food science

Packaging qualifications

Job description

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Ossett, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

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Full Job Description

About Kerryn: We are a leading name in the food industry, with a portfolio including beloved British and Irish brands such as Strings and Things, Pure, Dairygold, and Coleraine. We are also a top producer of private label butters, spreads, and margarines for supermarkets. Our team consists of talented individuals with big ambitions. Our products, many household favorites, are enjoyed by millions daily.

About the role: Are you passionate about the food industry? We are looking for a dynamic NPI Packaging Technologist to join our R&D team. In this role, you will ensure a standardized approach to New Packaging Introduction in our Dairy Butter Spreads and Plant-Based Butter Alternatives manufacturing facility in Ossett, West Yorkshire.

Key responsibilities: Are you ready to make a significant impact in dairy and plant-based products? Your tasks will include:

• Identifying opportunities and leading projects to improve packaging sustainability
• Collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, customers, and marketing to ensure excellence in packaging introduction
• Conducting trials, establishing process controls, and validating packaging standards
• Managing activities related to new packaging introduction using various systems
• Coordinating with outside agencies and suppliers for artwork approval
• Supporting process and profit improvement projects, ensuring quality, safety, and legal compliance
• Building strong relationships with marketing, operations, and commercial teams
• Staying updated on packaging market trends, regulations, and customer requirements
• Presenting packaging samples and concepts to stakeholders

If this sounds exciting, join us and be part of a team that values collaboration and excellence!

Qualifications and skills: You should have:

• BSc in food science or equivalent; packaging qualifications are a plus
• Experience in the food industry, including artwork approval and packaging development
• Project management and organizational skills, with flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to overcome challenges and develop solutions
• Numerical skills for data analysis
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Persistence and dedication to achieving results
• Ability to work well in a team
• Car and full driving license