Packaging Technologist - Food Industry
Location:Coventry (Site-Based)
Salary: Up to £35,000 (DOE)
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
Industry: Food Industry / FMCG
Travel: Occasional travel between sites
About the Role
We are recruiting a Packaging Technologist for a leading organisation in the food industry. This hands-on role supports the development and optimisation of packaging across a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll be involved in NPD, artwork management, operational troubleshooting and continuous improvement to ensure packaging meets consumer, customer and technical needs.
Key Responsibilities
Packaging Development & Artwork
Manage design house relationships and support artwork best practice
Improve print processes and reprographics quality
Create cutter guides, brief artwork and coordinate packaging redesigns
Oversee film changeovers for new and existing SKUs
NPD Support
Support packaging development for new product launches
Attend production trials and ensure packaging meets transit and quality standards
Manage FTP timelines and packaging introduction on site
Operational & Technical Support
Resolve day-to-day packaging issues with QA and Operations
Develop knowledge of materials to improve line efficiency and product performance
Compliance & Documentation
Ensure packaging is legally compliant, fit for purpose and correctly specified
Cost & Innovation
Deliver packaging cost-saving and rationalisation projects
Build relationships with suppliers and stay informed on industry trends and innovations
Decision-Making & Scope
You will influence decisions around packaging specifications, film types, design changes and machine settings.
Scope: Local (UK/I)
Typical Challenges
Resolving packaging quality issues
Delivering NPD packaging where machinery capability varies
Meeting tight artwork timelines
Cost reduction without compromising quality
Ensuring legal compliance
Selecting correct barrier films for product and shelf-life needs
Working Relationships
Internal: QA, Operations, Purchasing, Marketing, Sales, Logistics, Project Management, Finance, HR
External: Suppliers, Customers, Chefs, Campden BRI, Industry Bodies (e.g., WRAP)
What We're Looking For
Experience in packaging development (food industry or FMCG ideal)
Strong artwork/print development and project management skills
A proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills
Understanding of packaging legislation, materials and reprographics
Salary & Benefits
Salary: Up to £38,000 (fixed budget)
Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
Pension: Statutory (Salary Exchange)
Company Sick Pay: 1 month (post probation)
Retail discount scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme & Techscheme
Long Service Awards
GEM Awards - Employee Recognition Programme
Employee Assistance Programme (with pension enrolment)
4x Death in Service (with pension enrolment)
Apply Today
If you're ready to develop innovative and efficient packaging solutions within the food industry, apply now or email direct to (url removed)