Packaging Development Technologist

Harrison Scott Associates; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in London seeks a Packaging Development Technologist to join their in-house packaging team. This role focuses on managing and supporting packaging projects, improving efficiency, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a scientific background, strong attention to detail, and experience in FMCG environments.

Qualifications

• Scientific background with experience in lab testing equipment.
• Knowledge of systems and software, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage packaging used on site and support site projects.
• Coordinate packaging implementation projects across the product portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations during trials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Packaging Development Technologist

Salary: To Attract The Best

Location: London

Reference: J79180

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A large FMCG Group, known for Britain’s most loved brands, has an exciting opportunity within their in-house packaging team. They seek a detail-oriented individual to support the Lead Packaging Development Manager with all centrally led packaging change activities.

What will this role achieve?

As a key member of the factory Technical team, the Packaging Technologist will manage packaging used on site, support site projects, manage transit testing, trial new packaging materials, and assist in process investigations.

The role involves identifying opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and cut costs, working under tight deadlines in a dynamic environment, and working independently on initiatives.

What will be your key results?

• Coordinate and support packaging implementation projects across the factory product portfolio.
• Implement material specification changes to improve packaging consistency and performance, meeting standards for Quality, Functionality, Cost, Consumer Acceptance, Stability, Regulatory Compliance, and operational feasibility.
• Support project execution within the Technical team: establish packaging materials & dimensions, collaborate with suppliers and the Origination team.
• Create packaging prototypes/mockups based on briefs.
• Develop new outer cases, SRPs, and pallet configurations.
• Approve artworks promptly, communicating issues to the manager.
• Lead packaging trials, prepare documentation such as cutter guides, pallet patterns, component drawings, specifications, standards, test results, and trial reports.
• Represent the site’s technical team at supplier reviews, drive improvements, and work towards resolving vendor non-conformances.
• Support process capability assessments of equipment.
• Identify and implement continuous process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, COSHH, HACCP, and product standards during trials.

What do you need for this role?

Crucial

• Scientific background with experience in lab testing equipment.
• Knowledge of systems and software, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to multitask and work accurately under pressure.
• High attention to detail.

Preferred

• Experience in FMCG environment.
• Degree in a technical field.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to maintain good working relationships.
• Strong presentation and analytical skills.