Packaging Technologist: Innovation & Launch Lead

Valeo Foods Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Valeo Foods Group in Leeds is seeking a Packaging Technologist to lead packaging development from concept through launch for our Matthew Walker and Rowse Honey brands. Based at our Leeds office, you will manage projects, coordinate with internal teams, and ensure changes meet customer and regulatory requirements.

You will support R&D with trials, oversee artwork approvals, maintain specifications, and seek value-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance with current packaging legislation

Qualifications

• Experience in packaging development for FMCG or food manufacturing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet critical timelines.
• Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of packaging legislation and sustainability considerations.
• Experience with artwork development and approval processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage packaging development projects from concept to implementation.
• Define timelines with internal stakeholders and deliver packaging elements.
• Provide technical packaging support to the business and customers.
• Support R&D with packaging trials to ensure fit for purpose.
• Manage artwork development and approvals for brands and customers.
• Maintain packaging specifications and documentation for audits.
• Assist in developing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions.
• Support equipment, plant and process specification and commissioning.
• Identify value optimisation and cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor packaging legislation changes and ensure compliance.
• Input and maintain data in customer systems like Valpak.

Skills

Packaging development

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Packaging trials

Artwork development

Documentation management

Value optimisation

Tools

Valpak

Foods Connected

Job description

Valeo Foods Group in Leeds is seeking a Packaging Technologist to lead packaging development from concept through launch for our Matthew Walker and Rowse Honey brands. Based at our Leeds office, you will manage projects, coordinate with internal teams, and ensure changes meet customer and regulatory requirements.

You will support R&D with trials, oversee artwork approvals, maintain specifications, and seek value-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance with current packaging legislation