Packaging Consultant

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a Packaging Technologist in Belfast. You will generate new packaging products, ensure they meet specifications, and liaise with various departments. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a proactive nature. The position offers comprehensive training and is part-time, with flexible hours available.

Qualifications

• Ability to establish rapport and build lasting relationships with potential clients.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong focus on achieving and exceeding targets.

Responsibilities

• Generate new packaging products in response to briefs.
• Ensure packaging products meet set requirements and specifications.
• Liaise with marketing, purchasing and production staff.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Exceptional presentation skills

Self-motivated and proactive

Proficiency in CRM software

Strong organisational and time management abilities

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: INNOVAFLEX LTDInnovapack is a specialist in the design and manufacture of packaging solutions, producing a range of printed packaging into the food and non-food markets throughout the European market. Innovapack is looking to add a new packaging technologist to join our team in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The candidate will be offered a comprehensive training program with technical knowledge about packaging and sustainability.Support will be provided for: product training, communication training, marketing materials and CRM training.

Responsibilities

• Generating new packaging products in response to briefs.
• Ensuring that packaging products meet set requirements and specifications.
• Producing samples to try out different materials and designs.
• Liaising with marketing, purchasing and production staff.
• Identifying opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality.
• Running trials to check packaging for suitability and testing for performance under various conditions.
• Identify and cultivate a comprehensive business development strategy within the UK food market that aligns with the company's goals and objectives.
• Develop and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers in order to create and deliver their packaging requirements from end to end.
• Present and promote cutting-edge packaging solutions to potential clients.

Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build lasting relationships with potential clients.
• Exceptional presentation skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey the value of our solutions.
• Able to demonstrate a self‑motivated, proactive, and driven by results, with a strong focus on achieving and exceeding targets.
• Proficiency in using CRM software tools to streamline workflows and optimize performance.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities, enabling you to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines.

Further Information

The Employer is: INNOVAFLEX LTDJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1741449 Job Sector Manufacturing,Media, Print and Design Area Belfast Location Belfast Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour. No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 23/10/2025 Closing date 03/12/2025 Worktime Monday - Friday, 9am - 2pm