Laboratory Technician - Packaging & Transit Testing
Central Scotland | Contract / Temporary Role
Our client, a global FMCG organisation with an exceptional reputation for innovation and quality, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join their specialist Packaging Technology team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a hands-on role in developing and validating packaging solutions that are deployed on a global scale.
The Opportunity
You'll be responsible for supporting the testing and validation of packaging performance, ensuring products are protected through complex supply chains. Working in a highly technical lab environment, you'll operate advanced transit simulation equipment and contribute to the development of industry-leading testing standards.
This is a varied role combining practical lab work, data analysis, and project delivery, with exposure to global stakeholders and cutting-edge packaging innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver and validate packaging transit testing in line with recognised industry standards (e.g. ISTA)
Operate and maintain lab equipment such as vibration tables, drop testers, and impact testers
Analyse data from testing (including shock and transit data) and provide recommendations
Support the development and improvement of test methods and SOPs
Conduct packaging component testing and contribute to quality-driven design decisions
Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental, and quality standards
Support and deliver technical projects, managing timelines and priorities
Communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Why Apply?
Work within a globally recognised innovation function
Gain exposure to cutting-edge packaging development
Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking technical team
Opportunities for development and international collaboration
If you're a lab-based professional looking to step into a role with global impact and cutting-edge technology, this is an excellent next move.
Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy