Packaging Technologist

Packaging Technologist

• Location: Seaham, UK
• Job Type: Full-time, Site-based
• Salary: £35,000

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage relationships with design houses to develop best practices, improve the printing process, and ensure high quality of reprographics.
• Coordinate packaging redesign projects for current SKUs and manage new film changeovers on site.
• Support the NPD process by managing timelines for packaging printing and introduction on site and providing trials and transit support.
• Address day-to-day packaging issues in collaboration with the QA and operations teams.
• Develop a deeper understanding of our packaging products to enhance operational line efficiency and product efficacy.
• Ensure all packaging is fit for purpose and compliant with technical and legal requirements, with specifications developed and held electronically for easy access.
• Lead packaging cost-saving and rationalisation projects.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships to stay informed about industry trends and innovations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree in Food Manufacturing or a related field, with a specific qualification in Packaging.
• Significant experience in NPD Packaging.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and t...