Packaging Technologist
North Lincolnshire | Food Manufacturing
£35,000 - £37,500 | Full-time | Permanent
Let's Set the Record Straight.
Packaging isn't "just a box". Not here.
We're partnering with a seriously impressive food manufacturer - the kind that doesn't follow trends, they set them. From protein-heavy favourites to a fast-growing seafood portfolio, this business is scaling up and needs a Packaging Technologist who knows how to make packaging work harder, smarter, and better.
This is a role for someone who likes to be in the action. New launches. Packaging upgrades. Cost-down projects. Sustainability challenges. Real impact. Real visibility. No hiding behind a screen.
If you want a role where your decisions actually end up on shelf, keep reading.
The Job (The Good Stuff)
You'll be the technical brains behind packaging across two production sites, getting stuck into:
Translating briefs into practical, production-ready packaging solutions
Presenting packaging concepts with confidence (yes, people will listen)
Leading packaging trials, transit testing, and launch activity
Managing artwork and print across internal systems and retailer platforms
Owning packaging specifications, BRC compliance, and waste reporting
Working closely with procurement to identify smart cost-saving opportunities
Acting as the go-to packaging expert for operations, NPD, and suppliers
Hands-on. Fast-moving. Proper packaging work.
What We're After
You'll already have:
At least 2 years' experience as a Packaging Technologist in food manufacturing
The ability to juggle multiple projects without dropping the ball
Solid knowledge of own label vs branded packaging processes
Confidence dealing with suppliers, retailers, and internal teams
A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel between sites
If you're organised, curious, and technically strong - you'll fit right in.
You'll Do Well Here If You:
Care about getting things right first time
Enjoy being hands-on with trials and sample prep
Communicate clearly and confidently at all levels
Like learning, improving, and pushing packaging forward
Want to be known as the packaging person, not just "part of the team
What's In It For You?
Salary of £35,000 - £37,500
Generous holiday allowance
Life assurance (minimum 2x salary)
Genuine career development and internal progression
Free onsite parking
Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
Sound Like Your Kind of Role?
If you're ready to step into a packaging role with real responsibility, real variety, and real progression - this one's worth your time.
Apply now. Let's get your packaging on shelf