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Company Overview:
The Creightons Plc group is made up of a select group of brands specialising in the creation of high-quality personal care and beauty products for the consumer and trade market. We are the key trading company based in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire that focuses on the design, manufacture and distribution across our own Brands, Private Label and Contract Manufacturing. Our customer base ranges from key multiple drugstore, grocery and fashion retailers to premium retailers in the UK and growing international markets. We are consistently setting the standards in product/brand development and manufacturing through exceptional customer service and service delivery, as well as a drive for innovation.
The Opportunity:
Are you curious about how packaging goes from idea to shelf? Do you love problem-solving and want to be part of a team that's shaping the future of sustainable packaging? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.
We're looking for a Packaging Technician to support exciting new product launches, help improve existing packaging, and play a key role in making our products more sustainable. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same, one day you will be running trials on the production line, the next you will be working with suppliers on innovative new materials.
Role Responsibilities:
* Helping to develop and test packaging for new and existing products.
* Running line and transit trials to make sure packaging works in the real world.
* Creating and maintaining packaging specifications, samples, and quality checks.
* Supporting our sustainability journey, from recyclability checks to exploring new materials.
* Making sure all packaging meets customer and regulatory standards.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* A keen eye for detail and a practical, hands-on approach.
* Someone who enjoys both shop-floor activity and office-based tasks.
* Great communication skills, you'll be working with lots of different people.
* An interest in packaging materials and how they impact the environment.
* Organised, curious, and motivated to learn.
Experience and Qualifications:
* Experience in packaging, manufacturing, or quality control is a bonus, but not essential, as we'll support you with training.
* A qualification in Packaging, Engineering, or a related subject would be great, but not required.
* Above all, we're looking for enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a team-player mindset.
What We Can Offer You:
* Competitive Salary & Benefits: We believe in rewarding the hard work and dedication of our employees with a comprehensive compensation package. Our standard benefits include Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Employee Benefits Platform to name a few.
* Dynamic Work Environment: Be part of a vibrant, collaborative team where innovation and creativity are encouraged.
* Career Growth: Take advantage of clear career pathways, mentorship opportunities, and the chance to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
* Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives are valued, and everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
* Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects that have a real impact on our customers, community, and industry.