Packaging Development Technologist

Harrison Scott Associates; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in London is seeking a Packaging Development Technologist to join a large FMCG Group. The successful candidate will manage daily packaging operations, support projects, and improve efficiencies within an evolving environment. Essential skills include a scientific background, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on various packaging projects and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Scientific background with experience working with lab testing equipment.
• High attention to detail.
• Knowledge of systems and software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support packaging implementation projects.
• Implement changes to material specifications.
• Support the execution of projects within the Technical team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective time management

Ability to multitask

Strong presentation skills

Education

Degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Packaging Development Technologist, London

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

Job Title: Packaging Development Technologist

Salary: To be attractive to the best candidates

Reference: J79180

Contact: Telephone: [phone]

A large FMCG Group, which encompasses some of Britain’s most loved brands, has an exciting opportunity within their in-house packaging team. They are looking for someone with a high level of attention to detail to support the Lead Packaging Development Manager with all centrally led packaging change activity.

What will this role achieve?

As a key member of the factory technical team, the Packaging Technologist will ensure effective day-to-day management of packaging used on site; providing technical support to site-based projects, including managing transit testing, trialling new packaging materials, and supporting process investigations.

You will seek opportunities within packaging or process for increasing plant efficiencies, reducing waste levels, and costs. The role requires working to tight timescales in a constantly evolving environment and the ability to work on own initiatives.

What will be your key results?

• Coordinate and support various packaging implementation projects across the factory's product portfolio.
• Implement changes to material specifications to improve packaging consistency and functionality, meeting standards for quality, functionality, cost-effectiveness, consumer acceptance, stability, regulatory compliance, and operational feasibility.
• Support the execution of projects within the Technical team: establishing packaging materials and dimensions in coordination with the site technical team, suppliers, and the origination team.
• Create packaging prototypes/mockups based on briefs to illustrate technical possibilities.
• Develop new outer cases/SRPs and pallet pattern configurations.
• Approve artworks promptly, communicating issues to the manager.
• Support packaging trials on-site, leading the creation and delivery of relevant documentation such as cutter guides, pallet patterns, component drawings, specifications, standards, tests, protocols, and reports.
• Represent the site’s technical team at supplier reviews when required, driving improvements and working with suppliers to resolve issues.
• Support process capability assessments for new and existing equipment.
• Identify opportunities for continuous process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, COSHH, HACCP, and product specifications during trials.

What do you need for this role?

Essential:

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

Preferred:

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