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Packaging Technologist
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Lead Packaging Technologist
Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: Competitive
Term: Permanent
SRG is partnered with a beauty product development and manufacturing business, based in Bedfordshire. They are now looking for an experienced Lead Packaging Technologist to join the team. This company has a supportive, collaborative and social culture. This role would suit creative candidates with 3+ years’ experience in packaging innovation, sustainable packaging and packaging trends, packaging development, and packaging briefs within the personal care / skincare / bath and body care and cosmetics industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end packaging development projects from concept through to commercial launch
- Manage and mentor a direct report, supporting their development and day-to-day workload
- Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, operations, and suppliers to deliver robust packaging solutions
- Drive continuous improvement across cost, performance, and sustainability initiatives
- Oversee artwork and specification approvals, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- Troubleshoot packaging challenges during production, implementing effective solutions
- Maintain accurate technical documentation and ensure all packaging specifications are up to date
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Requirements
- Strong background in packaging development within FMCG, personal care, or a related industry
- Proven ability to lead projects and support/mentor junior team members
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Full right to work in the UK, there is no sponsorship available for this role
SRG is the UK’s number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.
As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It’s this combination that makes us different. We’re committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.
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If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to rhi.turner@srgtalent.com. For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on 0161 667 1812.
If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.co.uk to view our other vacancies.
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