Packaging Technologist

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Packaging Technologist to deliver standout packaging for their Own Brand range. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with hands-on experience in packaging project management and a knack for collaboration. You will ensure packaging is fit-for-purpose and high quality, managing timelines and specifications while being the communication hub for internal and external teams. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy solving problems, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in packaging project management.
• Exposure to FMCG and multiple packaging substrates/materials.

Responsibilities

• Manage packaging delivery for NPD and EPD in line with the client’s stage gate process.
• Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to drive packaging quality.

Skills

Packaging Project Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Job description

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? Location: Chester | Hybrid Working (2–3 days onsite)

? Industry: FMCG | Own Brand Packaging | Fast-paced & Dynamic Environment

Are you a packaging pro with a passion for detail, collaboration, and bringing products to life on shelf? We’re on the lookout for a Packaging Technologist to help deliver standout packaging for our client’s Own Brand range.

You’ll be the go-to person for ensuring packaging is fit-for-purpose, high quality, and always on time – from the first brief through to launch. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, love solving problems, and enjoy working across teams, this could be your next move!

? What You’ll Be Doing:

• Manage packaging delivery for NPD (New Product Development) and EPD (Existing Product Development) in line with the client’s stage gate process.
• Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to drive packaging quality and approval, ensuring everything meets the brief and hits the shelf perfectly.
• Own the packaging agenda – coordinating timelines, managing specs, and flagging potential issues before they become roadblocks.
• Be a communication hub, keeping internal and external teams aligned and informed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with teams across Trading, Technical, Innovation, Merchandising, Design, and more.

? What You Bring to the Table:

• Hands-on experience in packaging project management
• Exposure to FMCG and multiple packaging substrates/materials
• A positive, proactive, and flexible attitude – you get things done
• Strong organisation and communication skills – you're calm under pressure and clear with stakeholders
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities like a pro
• A true team player who thrives in a collaborative, fast-moving environment

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, collaborate with great people, and bring packaging to life in stores nationwide, we’d love to hear from you!

? Interested? Apply now or reach out via DM for more info.