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We are a leading name in the food industry with a portfolio including beloved British and Irish brands such as Strings and Things, Pure, Dairygold, and Coleraine. We are also a top producer of supermarket private label Butters, Spreads, and Margarines.
Our team is composed of talented individuals with big ambitions. Our products, many household favourites, are enjoyed by millions daily.
About Kerry
We are a leading food industry company with a diverse portfolio of well-known brands and private label products.
About the role
Are you passionate about the food industry? We are seeking a dynamic NPI Packaging Technologist to join our R&D team based in Ossett, West Yorkshire.
This role involves ensuring a standardized approach to New Packaging Introduction in our Dairy Butter Spreads and Plant-Based Butter Alternatives manufacturing facility.
Key responsibilities
* Identify opportunities and lead projects to improve packaging sustainability.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, suppliers, customers, and marketing to ensure successful packaging introductions.
* Conduct trials, establish process controls, and validate packaging standards for consistency with product design.
* Manage activities related to new packaging introduction using various systems.
* Coordinate with outside agencies and suppliers during artwork approval processes.
* Support process and profit improvement projects, ensuring quality, safety, and legal compliance.
* Build strong relationships with marketing, operations, and commercial teams.
* Stay informed on packaging trends, regulations, and customer requirements.
* Present packaging samples and concepts to stakeholders.
If this excites you, join us and be part of a team that values collaboration and excellence!
Qualifications and skills
* BSc in food science or equivalent; relevant packaging qualifications are a plus.
* Experience in the food industry, especially in artwork approval and packaging development.
* Project management and organizational skills with flexibility and adaptability.
* Problem-solving skills and ability to analyze data.
* Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of interpreting multiple data sources.
* Persistent, proactive, and committed to delivering excellent results.
* Team player with a full driving license.
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