Packaging Technologist
6-9 month contract - Full Time - Salary dependant on experience
Location: Peterborough
Reporting to: Packaging Manager
We are recruiting a Packaging Technologist to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting own-brand and private-label NPD projects from concept through to launch.
This is a hands-on technical role where you’ll take ownership of mid to high complexity packaging projects, ensuring solutions are robust, cost-effective, and delivered right first time. Working closely with suppliers, production, and NPD teams, you’ll play a key role in translating ideas into manufacturable, high-quality packaging.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead packaging development for NPD projects within a manufacturing environment
* Brief, manage, and liaise with suppliers on component specifications, tooling, artwork, and testing
* Coordinate colour matching, cutter guides, and specification approvals
* Ensure accurate and timely documentation, including specifications, pallet plans, and NLFs
* Attend production trials and first production runs to ensure packaging performs as intended
* Track and clearly communicate project progress, risks, and priorities
* Support Packaging Coordinators and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in packaging development, ideally within FMCG or manufacturing
* Strong technical knowledge of plastic and glass packaging components and production processes
* Confident managing multiple projects and working cross-functionally
* Hands-on, detail-driven, and solutions-focused approach
* Manufacturing experience is advantageous
* Proactive, organised, and comfortable in a fast-moving environment
Why Join?
You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team, delivering a wide range of retailer and branded products. With exposure to strategic projects, line trials, and end-to-end packaging development, this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your technical packaging expertise within a business that values quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement