Packaging Developer

Weetabix

Burton Latimer

Hybrid

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension 12%

25 days annual leave

Salary review

Healthcare plan

Discounted Weetabix products

Job summary

Weetabix is seeking a Packaging Developer to design and deliver robust, sustainable packaging solutions for Weetabix and customer brands. You’ll drive from concept to launch in a modern FMCG environment, applying technical expertise, design thinking, and data to create future-ready packaging.

The role leads packaging trials, develops specifications, and collaborates with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Marketing.

Qualifications

Experience in packaging development within FMCG, food, or a related manufacturing environment.
Good technical knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and performance requirements.
Understanding of packaging sustainability principles and regulatory frameworks.
Experience running packaging trials and resolving technical challenges.
Ability to create and manage packaging specifications.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstration of commercial acumen, critical thinking and ability to analyse and interpret data.
Leads with a growth mind set.

Responsibilities

Develop packaging solutions (primary to tertiary) for new products and renovations, ensuring alignment with brand, consumer, technical, regulatory, and cost requirements.
Provide packaging options, prototypes, and technical input throughout New Product Development (NPD).
Create and maintain accurate packaging specifications.
Lead packaging trials including preparation of TP codes, briefs, and documentation.
Work with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Capability teams to validate packaging performance and resolve issues.
Document and communicate trial outcomes, risks, and corrective actions.
Ensure packaging meets quality standards, regulatory requirements, and sustainability commitments.
Own continuous sustainability improvements aligned with environmental goals.
Stay updated on packaging legislation, recyclability, and material compliance (UK & EU FMCG standards).
Engage with suppliers on technical matters to support innovation, troubleshooting, and commercial/sustainability objectives.
Monitor emerging packaging technologies and share insights with the team.
Manage packaging workstreams within the stage-gate process to ensure timely delivery of milestones.
Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Operations, Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering.
Support the Packaging Development Manager on value engineering, sustainability initiatives, and business support.

Skills

Packaging development

FMCG familiarity

Regulatory compliance

Sustainability

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Tools

Packaging materials knowledge

Job description

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We're committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.

Closing date: Sunday 9th August
Interview process: Two Stage Interview Process
Working pattern: We bring everyone together on Weetabix Wednesday - a great opportunity to collaborate, connect and catch up in person. As part of our hybrid approach, you'll spend three days a week in the office, with flexibility built in to support individual needs.

We're happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.

The Recipe (About the Role)

The Packaging Developer designs and delivers robust, compliant, sustainable, and commercially viable packaging solutions for Weetabix and customer brands. They ensure all packaging types meet consumer, customer, brand, operational, and regulatory standards from concept to launch. Operating in a modern FMCG environment, the role applies technical expertise, design thinking, and data to create future-ready packaging as the company grows and adopts new technologies.

Packaging Development & Delivery

Develop packaging solutions (primary to tertiary) for new products and renovations, ensuring alignment with brand, consumer, technical, regulatory, and cost requirements
Provide packaging options, prototypes, and technical input throughout New Product Development (NPD)
Create and maintain accurate packaging specifications

Technical Trials & Validation

Lead packaging trials including preparation of TP codes, briefs, and documentation
Work with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Capability teams to validate packaging performance and resolve issues
Document and communicate trial outcomes, risks, and corrective actions

Quality, Sustainability & Compliance

Ensure packaging meets quality standards, regulatory requirements, and sustainability commitments
Own continuous sustainability improvements aligned with environmental goals
Stay updated on packaging legislation, recyclability, and material compliance (UK & EU FMCG standards)

Supplier & External Engagement

Engage with suppliers on technical matters to support innovation, troubleshooting, and commercial/sustainability objectives
Monitor emerging packaging technologies and share insights with the team

Project Management & Teamwork

Manage packaging workstreams within the stage-gate process to ensure timely delivery of milestones
Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Operations, Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering
Support the Packaging Development Manager on value engineering, sustainability initiatives, and business support

The Ingredients (What we need from you)

Key Know How

Experience in packaging development within FMCG, food, or a related manufacturing environment
Good technical knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and performance requirements
Understanding of packaging sustainability principles and regulatory frameworks
Experience running packaging trials and resolving technical challenges
Ability to create and manage packaging specifications
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment
Demonstration of commercial acumen, critical thinking and ability to analyse and interpret data
Leads with a growth mind set

Your Bowl of Perks (Benefits)

Competitive Salary & Annual Flexible benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work.

Annual bonus
Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
25 days annual leave increasing with service
Annual Salary review
Healthcare plan
Discounted Weetabix products

To support our employees, we also offer:

Continued investment in your personal development
We believe in balance, whether it's for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days of additional annual leave
Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership)
The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities
Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave
Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care
Working Parents Support Group
Fully stocked kitchens filled with our delicious products for you to enjoy

To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page: https://careers.weetabixfoodcompany.co.uk/

Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.

We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support

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