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Packaging Technologist – Food Manufacturing
Seaham (Site-based) | £35,000
Packaging looks simple when it’s sitting on a supermarket shelf. Getting it there is another story.
This is a hands-on Packaging Technologist role where you’ll be involved from concept through to launch — developing packaging, running trials, solving issues on site and making sure everything works properly in production.
You won’t just be managing specifications from behind a desk. You’ll be working closely with NPD, QA, Operations, suppliers and design agencies to get packaging right.
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The role
- Managing packaging development from concept through to launch
- Coordinating artwork, reprographics and print quality with design agencies
- Leading packaging trials and supporting new product launches
- Troubleshooting packaging issues alongside QA and Operations
- Managing packaging specifications, compliance and technical requirements
- Identifying cost-saving and continuous improvement opportunities
- Working with suppliers and keeping up with new packaging materials and trends
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- Experience in packaging in manufacturing
- Good understanding of packaging materials, films and production processes
- Comfortable working across multiple functions and managing projects
- Strong problem-solving skills and a practical approach
- Good attention to detail and organisational skills
- A packaging or food-related degree would be beneficial
If you enjoy the technical side of packaging but also want to be close to the action — solving problems, running trials and getting things over the line — this could be a good fit.
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