Packaging Technologist — Projects & Compliance Expert

MTrec Technical; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Permanent contract

Onsite parking

Company pension

Generous holiday entitlement

Progression opportunities

Job summary

MTrec Technical represents a well established manufacturing client seeking a talented Packaging Technologist. You will support the Packaging Manager, manage projects and liaise with suppliers to ensure packaging compliance and timely delivery.

You will maintain packaging documentation, coordinate supplier approvals and audits, contribute to HACCP and customer specifications, and support Quality, Technical and Production teams on day-to-day queries with a positive, proactive approach.

Qualifications

• A good knowledge of packaging processes.
• Understanding of packaging components, manufacturing processes and performance.
• Understanding of packaging specifications, drawings, and artworks.
• Ability to learn new technology quickly, with a genuine desire to develop skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Packaging Manager in maintaining up-to-date packaging legislation and technology knowledge.
• Manage new and ongoing packaging projects and timelines, liaising with suppliers and customers.
• Coordinate packaging meetings and update on all packaging projects.
• Maintain a database of packaging information and supporting documents.
• Request and maintain packaging specifications and documentation.
• Coordinate and manage supplier approvals and off-site storage facilities; audits as required.
• Coordinate packaging analysis including migration and HACCP participation.
• Contribute to customer specifications packaging data and respond to queries.
• Support Quality, Technical and Production teams on day-to-day questions; assist with Non-Conformances.
• Organise supplier progress reviews and assist trials as needed.

Skills

Packaging knowledge

Attention to detail

Organisation

Communication

Team player

Multitasking

Cross-functional teamwork

Written & verbal comms

Positive attitude

Job description

MTrec Technical represents a well established manufacturing client seeking a talented Packaging Technologist. You will support the Packaging Manager, manage projects and liaise with suppliers to ensure packaging compliance and timely delivery.

You will maintain packaging documentation, coordinate supplier approvals and audits, contribute to HACCP and customer specifications, and support Quality, Technical and Production teams on day-to-day queries with a positive, proactive approach.