Packaging Engineer / Packaging Analyst
Location: Gaydon / Wellesbourne
Contract: Temporary (Ongoing)
Hours: 39 hours per week
* Mon-Thurs: 07:00-16:00
* Fri: 07:30-12:00
About Aston Martin
For over 110 years, Aston Martin has produced some of the world's most luxury, high-performance vehicles. Join a globally recognised leader in premium automotive manufacturing and be part of an innovative supply chain and logistics operation.
Role Overview
This role focuses on the development, optimisation, and management of packaging solutions, including returnable packaging, container loops, and logistics infrastructure. You'll drive cost reduction, efficiency improvements, sustainability, and operational performance across the supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and improve packaging processes, returnable containers, pallets, bogeys, and delivery frames
* Analyse packaging fleet utilisation, losses, damage rates, and repair trends to identify improvements
* Build cost models and business cases for new packaging solutions and continuous improvement initiatives
* Support new packaging launches, engineering changes, and project delivery (timelines, milestones, reporting)
* Maintain and manage packaging data sets including asset tracking, costs, supplier performance, and waste metrics
* Produce KPI dashboards and reports covering availability, cost, turnaround times, and supplier performance
* Support budget planning, forecasting, PO management, and invoice reconciliation
* Work closely with suppliers, pallet manufacturers, and logistics providers (3PL/LLP) to ensure compliance and performance
* Monitor supplier and contract performance, supporting monthly reviews and service level agreements (SLAs)
* Assist with health & safety, risk assessments, and packaging design approvals
* Drive sustainability initiatives, waste reduction, and environmental compliance
* Develop analytical tools, dashboards, and simulation models for planning and forecasting
* Support new model programmes (NPI), engineering changes, and MP&L activities
Key Skills & Experience
* Experience in packaging engineering, logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing analysis
* Strong analytical capability with proficiency in:
o Excel (advanced), Power BI, databases
o Data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation
* Knowledge of returnable packaging systems, container loops, and material handling
* Experience in supplier management, contract performance, and KPI tracking
* Strong understanding of lean principles, continuous improvement, and cost reduction
* Experience supporting projects, change management, and cross-functional teams
* Awareness of budget control, forecasting, and financial analysis
* Understanding of health & safety, environmental compliance, and sustainability
Key Behaviours
* Analytical, detail-oriented, and data-driven
* Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
* Proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset
* Able to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Additional Requirements
* Full, valid UK driving licence (travel between sites required)
* Commitment to health & safety and operational excellence
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