R&D Packaging Technologist

SRG; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced training

Pension

25 days holiday

Job summary

SRG is seeking an experienced R&D Packaging Technologist to join their Northampton team. You will lead packaging R&D development, validation, materials testing and ideation to launch across new and existing product packaging formats.

The role requires 2+ years in packaging innovation within personal care sectors, a degree in Packaging or related discipline, and a willingness to commute to site. Onsite role, 40 hours/week, with 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays; sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Packaging, Materials Science, Polymer Science or related discipline.
• Experience in R&D and packaging development within regulated FMCG manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging R&D development, validation, materials testing and ideation to launch across new and existing packaging formats.
• Manage laboratory, pilot and manufacturing trials, including validation, scale-up and technology transfer.
• Drive packaging design, material selection, process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives, while supporting wider innovation and product development.
• Act as the technical lead for packaging specifications, materials, performance and manufacturing requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to deliver commercially viable packaging solutions.
• Ensure packaging projects meet quality, regulatory and customer standards.
• Support continuous improvement, sustainability initiatives, R&D and technical problem-solving across the business.

Skills

Packaging R&D

Materials testing

Ideation to launch

Validation

Scale-up

Technology transfer

Packaging design

Material selection

Process optimization

Sustainability initiatives

Education

Packaging

Materials Science

Polymer Science

Job description

Title: R&D Packaging Technologist

Location: Northampton

Salary: Competitive DOE

Term: Permanent

Benefits:

enhanced training and development opportunities, pension,

SRG is partnered with a leading manufacturer of personal care, hygiene and healthcare products, based in Northamptonshire . They are now looking for an experienced packaging technologist to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business where you'll play a key role in maintaining high standards within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role would suit creative individuals with 2+ years' experience in packaging innovation, R&D, sustainable packaging and packaging trends, packaging development, and packaging briefs within the personal care / skincare / hair care and cosmetics industry.

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday 40hours a week, ONSITE 5/5 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

• Lead packaging R&D development, validation, materials testing and ideation to launch across new and existing product packaging formats
• Manage laboratory, pilot and manufacturing trials, including validation, scale-up and technology transfer.
• Drive packaging design, material selection, process optimisation, and continuous improvement initiatives, while supporting wider innovation and product development
• Act as the technical lead for packaging specifications, materials, performance and manufacturing requirements.
• Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to deliver commercially viable packaging solutions.
• Ensure packaging projects meet quality, regulatory and customer standards.
• Support continuous improvement, sustainability initiatives, R&D and technical problem-solving across the business.

Requirements

• Degree in Packaging, Materials Science, Polymer Science or related discipline
• Relevant experience in R&D and packaging development, packaging technologist role within a regulated FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Must be willing and able to commute to site on a day to day basis - UK drivers license and own car preferred due to location
• Full right to work in the UK, there is no sponsorship available for this role.