Packing & Process Development Manager (12 months FTC)

Inspired Pet Nutrition; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspired Pet Nutrition seeks a Packing & Process Development Manager for a 12-month contract in Northampton. This role focuses on driving innovation in packaging solutions and manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance and quality. Ideal candidates will possess a qualification in Packaging Technology and experience in food manufacturing, along with leadership skills to coordinate cross-functional teams and projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in packaging development within food manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of food safety and HACCP.
• Ability to lead multiple cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and testing of new packaging concepts.
• Partner with teams to deliver packaging trials.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and labelling standards.

Skills

Packaging Technology

Process Improvement

Food Safety

Communication

Project Management

Education

Qualification in Packaging Technology

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Packing & Process Development Manager (12 months FTC), Northampton

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Client:

Inspired Pet Nutrition

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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Job Description:

Join IPN - Where Innovation Meets Nutrition.

We're on a mission to set new standards in pet food manufacturing, combining cutting-edge packaging with sustainable practices and commercial excellence. As a Packaging and Process Development Manager, you'll be at the forefront of delivering best-in-class packaging solutions and process improvements that drive our product quality and customer satisfaction.

The Opportunity

In this hands-on, cross-functional role, you'll act as the key link between Marketing, Operations, and Commercial teams-overseeing new packaging development, continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, and ensuring right-first-time launches.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the end-to-end development and testing of new packaging concepts-ensuring feasibility, sustainability, and alignment to commercial objectives.
• Partner with Marketing to develop packaging briefs and with Operations to define running guidelines.
• Deliver packaging trials and analyse existing processes to identify cost-saving or quality-enhancing opportunities.
• Own the implementation process-leading feasibility reviews, managing site communications, and ensuring timely launches.
• Be the go-to expert on packaging and process updates across the business.
• Ensure packaging meets food safety, legal, and labelling standards, and supports operational delivery and margin targets.

What You'll Bring

• A qualification in Packaging Technology or equivalent.
• Proven experience in packaging development and process improvement within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety, labelling legislation, and HACCP.
• Ability to lead multiple projects and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills and a continuous improvement mindset.

Why IPN?

At IPN, we don't just make pet food-we innovate for a better future. You'll join a team where your ideas matter, your expertise is respected, and your development is a priority. We're proud of our collaborative culture, strong brand values, and commitment to sustainability.

Ready to Make Your Mark?

Apply today and become a key player in delivering exceptional packaging innovation at IPN.

IPN is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.