At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth‑driven work environment.
As a Packaging Technologist, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of our cheese brands by supporting the development and delivery of innovative, high‑quality packaging solutions. You’ll work across a diverse portfolio including Cathedral City, Wensleydale and Davidstow, taking ideas from concept through to launch. From running trials to managing specifications and due diligence, you’ll ensure our packaging not only looks great but performs brilliantly, meeting the needs of our customers, our sites, and our sustainability commitments. You’ll bring energy, curiosity and creativity to the team, exploring new materials, technologies and formats that keep us ahead of the market.
This role is based at our Nuneaton site with the option to work from home up to one day per week based on business need. Candidates must be able to work onsite at our Nuneaton site a minimum of 4 days per week. Work pattern: Monday–Friday, 37 hours per week.
Responsibilities
- Support the full packaging development lifecycle, from concept, feasibility and trials through to implementation and launch.
- Generate ideas for new packaging formats, materials and technologies.
- Plan and execute packaging trials (line, transit, materials and testing).
- Manage packaging specifications, pallet plans and documentation to ensure robust due diligence at every stage.
- Collaborate with wider teams including Marketing, Procurement, Operations and Technical to deliver projects successfully.
- Build strong supplier relationships to accelerate innovation and improve speed to market.
- Support sustainability initiatives, including EPR and packaging waste data collection and reporting.
Qualifications
- Experience within the food industry (ideally chilled) or a strong interest in packaging development.
- A naturally curious mindset with a passion for innovation and problem‑solving.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Confidence in communicating with stakeholders at all levels.
- A collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently when needed.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Benefits
- Annual bonus scheme up to 5% (paid quarterly).
- Flexible and hybrid working approach.
- Autonomous and inclusive working environment.
- Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas.
- Enhanced employer pension contributions.
- Health cash plan – claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.
- Access to Thrive 24‑hours a day – a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing.
- Long‑service recognition every 5 years.
- Life assurance up to 4× contractual pay.
- Discounted branded products.
- Free, onsite parking.
- Subsidised staff restaurant.
- 25 holidays + 8 bank holidays.
- One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institution of your choice.
- Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefs.
- My Staff Shop – access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings from thousands of the UK’s largest retailers & service providers.
We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team. To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non‑physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.
