Here at Alexander Steele Recruitment we continue to partner with a global food manufacturer who supply a vast range of food products to UK retailer and Food Service outlets. The business has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Packaging Technologist to join their UK innovation team at their site in Leicestershire.
On offer:
* Salary is circa £50,000 + bonus
* Working Mon - Fri with 2 days WFH
* 33 days holiday
* Enhanced company pension
* Medical scheme
* Excellent career development opportunities
The role of a Packaging Technologist involves taking lead of the technical aspects of packaging development. Reporting to Head of NPD and Innovation, the Senior Packaging Technologist plays a crucial role in the entire life cycle of packaging, from sourcing, designing and development of packaging with a focus on responding to new packaging briefs;
Key accountabilities;
* Leading all packaging projects
* Drive sustainability agenda across all packaging
* Assure adherence of packaging products to predefined requirements and specification.
* Produce prototypes for the purpose of evaluating diverse materials and design options.
* Work cross functionally with Commercial, Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, and Suppliers, facilitating seamless project delivery aligned with key business objectives.
* Work closely with suppliers to identify packaging solutions and recognise opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality standards.
* Conduct packaging trials to assess suitability and evaluate performance across diverse conditions.
* Oversee artwork development throughout the organisation), engaging with graphic designers (both internal and external) to ensure accurate artwork creation.
* Maintain current knowledge of technological advancements in the packaging field.
The candidate:
* Packaging Development experience with a strong understanding of packaging components, supplier and manufacturing processes.
* Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
* Be organised and be able to manage multiple projects
* Proactive and creative approach to problem solving
* Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to strict deadlines
* Sound understanding and experience of financial / cost management
If this sounds like it could be the role for you please apply with an up to date CV or more information please Tracey on 0131 370 9191 / 07837 566646 / tracey.fleming@alexandersteele.com