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 timelines effectively. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to address quality, cost, and legal issues in packaging development. Excellent interpersonal skills to manage internal and external relationships. Fluent in English; additional language skills are beneficial but not required.Working Conditions: Frequent travel to Seaham/London. Primarily based in a manufacturing environment. Regular use of visual display units (VDUs). The role is challenging and requires the ability to work effectively under pressure.Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Statutory pension levels with Salary Exchange. Company Sick Pay - 1 month in a rolling 12-month period (post-probation). Retail discount scheme, Cycle to Work/Techscheme. Long Service Award and GEM Awards - Employee Recognition Programme. Employee Assistance Programme (for pension members). 4x Death in Service (for pension members)