Packaging Technologist

The Collective Network Limited; East Lindsey; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable food manufacturer based in North Lincolnshire is seeking a Packaging Technologist to join their team. In this full-time position, you will manage packaging solutions across two production sites, ensuring compliance and leading innovative projects. With a salary between £35,000 and £37,500, the role offers generous benefits including enhanced maternity and paternity leave, career development opportunities, and onsite parking. If you're technically strong and enjoy hands-on challenges, this could be the perfect fit.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance (minimum 2x salary)

Free onsite parking

Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience as a Packaging Technologist in food manufacturing.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects without dropping the ball.
• Solid knowledge of own label vs branded packaging processes.

Responsibilities

• Translate briefs into production-ready packaging solutions.
• Lead packaging trials and launch activities.
• Manage packaging specifications and compliance.

Skills

Project management

Supplier communication

Packaging processes knowledge

Job description

Packaging Technologist

North Lincolnshire | Food Manufacturing

£35,000 - £37,500 | Full-time | Permanent

Let's Set the Record Straight.

Packaging isn't "just a box". Not here.

We're partnering with a seriously impressive food manufacturer - the kind that doesn't follow trends, they set them. From protein-heavy favourites to a fast-growing seafood portfolio, this business is scaling up and needs a Packaging Technologist who knows how to make packaging work harder, smarter, and better.

This is a role for someone who likes to be in the action. New launches. Packaging upgrades. Cost-down projects. Sustainability challenges. Real impact. Real visibility. No hiding behind a screen.

If you want a role where your decisions actually end up on shelf, keep reading.

The Job (The Good Stuff)

You'll be the technical brains behind packaging across two production sites, getting stuck into:

• Translating briefs into practical, production-ready packaging solutions
• Presenting packaging concepts with confidence (yes, people will listen)
• Leading packaging trials, transit testing, and launch activity
• Managing artwork and print across internal systems and retailer platforms
• Owning packaging specifications, BRC compliance, and waste reporting
• Working closely with procurement to identify smart cost-saving opportunities
• Acting as the go-to packaging expert for operations, NPD, and suppliers

Hands-on. Fast-moving. Proper packaging work.

What We're After

You'll already have:

• At least 2 years' experience as a Packaging Technologist in food manufacturing
• The ability to juggle multiple projects without dropping the ball
• Solid knowledge of own label vs branded packaging processes
• Confidence dealing with suppliers, retailers, and internal teams
• A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel between sites

If you're organised, curious, and technically strong - you'll fit right in.

You'll Do Well Here If You

• Care about getting things right first time
• Enjoy being hands-on with trials and sample prep
• Communicate clearly and confidently at all levels
• Like learning, improving, and pushing packaging forward
• Want to be known as the packaging person, not just "part of the team"

What's In It For You?

• Salary of £35,000 - £37,500
• Generous holiday allowance
• Life assurance (minimum 2x salary)
• Genuine career development and internal progression
• Free onsite parking
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

Sound Like Your Kind of Role?

If you're ready to step into a packaging role with real responsibility, real variety, and real progression - this one's worth your time.

Apply now. Let's get your packaging on shelf