Job Description
Graduate Sustainable Packaging Technologist
Location: Peterborough
Salary: Starting at £24k, rising by £1,443 every 6 months to £32,600
This is a really exciting opportunity! My client is a leading FMCG company specialising in high-quality personal care and beauty products with a truly global customer base. They design, manufacture, and distribute their premium products from their state-of-the-art facility in the Peterborough area. Sustainability is now at the forefront of the business, and this is where this brand new role comes in!
Are you passionate about design and equally passionate about sustainability and the environment? If so, read on…
This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing packaging team focusing on modern sustainable packaging solutions to be used throughout the business.
This graduate role offers the chance to make a significant positive impact quickly. Responsibilities include:
1. Collating information and analysing current trends in sustainable packaging industry.
2. Summarising and presenting current trends monthly to the Packaging Team and wider business.
3. Conducting packaging-specific testing to validate new sustainable packaging solutions.
4. Arranging and attending meetings with potential and existing suppliers to gain insights and drive innovation.
5. Attending packaging trade fairs and supplier meetings to review new trends and innovations.
6. Leading sustainability audits on site.
7. Staying updated on UK and global recycling requirements.
8. Supporting packaging waste submissions.
The ideal candidate will be energetic and enthusiastic about combining packaging design with sustainability. A degree in creative, product, packaging, or design (or similar) is beneficial. Equally important is the desire to make a real difference. This company is genuinely open to change and new ideas, and this role will be at the forefront of their long-term sustainability efforts.
If you are seeking an exciting graduate scheme where you can make a positive impact while being part of a globally respected blue-chip company, apply now.
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