Packaging only gets noticed when it goes wrong. This role exists to stop that happening. We’re working with a well-established food manufacturing site in the East Midlands looking for a Packaging Technologist to own packaging on site - from feasibility through to launch, and everything in between. This is a hands-on, site-based role. Not a desk-only packaging job. Not a “someone else signs it off” role. What You’ll Be Doing Introducing and changing packaging from feasibility to delist Completing NPA, Recipe Professor and Foods Connected sign-offs Artwork checks, redesign support and pass-on-press approvals Coordinating transit and internal trials Managing day-to-day packaging issues with suppliers Raising and managing SNCs Tracking packaging waste for EPR compliance Maintaining the site packaging database Supporting customer and third-party audits In short: if it’s packaging-related, it lands with you. What They’re Looking For Experience in a packaging or technical role (food manufacturing preferred) Strong packaging knowledge Food & Drink Labelling or Packaging Technology qualification (desirable) Organised, practical, and comfortable managing your own workload The Practical Stuff Site-based role (East Midlands) Monday–Friday, 08:30–17:00 Permanent Must live within a commutable distance of site Some national / occasional international travel Why Consider It? Stable, well-invested food manufacturing site Clear ownership of packaging Backed by a wider food group with long-term progression opportunities If you want a packaging role with proper ownership, this one’s worth a look