Packaging Engineer / Packaging Analyst
Location: Gaydon / Wellesbourne
Contract: Temporary (Ongoing)
Hours: 39 hours per week
1. Mon-Thurs: 07:00-16:00
2. Fri: 07:30-12:00
About Aston Martin
For over 110 years, Aston Martin has produced some of the world's most luxury, high-performance vehicles. Join a globally recognised leader in premium automotive manufacturing and be part of an innovative supply chain and logistics operation.
Manpower is proud to partner with Aston Martin to recruit a Packaging Engineer / Packaging Analyst to support critical packaging and logistics engineering activities.
Role Overview
This role focuses on the development, optimisation, and management of packaging solutions, including returnable packaging, container loops, and logistics infrastructure. You'll drive cost reduction, efficiency improvements, sustainability, and operational performance across the supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
3. Develop and improve packaging processes, returnable containers, pallets, bogeys, and delivery frames
4. Analyse packaging fleet utilisation, losses, damage rates, and repair trends to identify improvements
5. Build cost models and business cases for new packaging solutions and continuous improvement initiatives
6. Support new packaging launches, engineering changes, and project delivery (timelines, milestones, reporting)
7. Maintain and manage packaging data sets including asset tracking, costs, supplier performance, and waste metrics
8. Produce KPI dashboards and reports covering availability, cost, turnaround times, and supplier performance
9. Support budget planning, forecasting, PO management, and invoice reconciliation
10. Work closely with suppliers, pallet manufacturers, and logistics providers (3PL/LLP) to ensure compliance and performance
11. Monitor supplier and contract performance, supporting monthly reviews and service level agreements (SLAs)
12. Assist with health & safety, risk assessments, and packaging design approvals
13. Drive sustainability initiatives, waste reduction, and environmental compliance
14. Develop analytical tools, dashboards, and simulation models for planning and forecasting
15. Support new model programmes (NPI), engineering changes, and MP&L activities
Key Skills & Experience
16. Experience in packaging engineering, logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing analysis
17. Strong analytical capability with proficiency in:Excel (advanced), Power BI, databasesData analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation
18. Knowledge of returnable packaging systems, container loops, and material handling
19. Experience in supplier management, contract performance, and KPI tracking
20. Strong understanding of lean principles, continuous improvement, and cost reduction
21. Experience supporting projects, change management, and cross-functional teams
22. Awareness of budget control, forecasting, and financial analysis
23. Understanding of health & safety, environmental compliance, and sustainability
Key Behaviours
24. Analytical, detail-oriented, and data-driven
25. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
26. Proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset
27. Able to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Additional Requirements
28. Full, valid UK driving licence (travel between sites required)
29. Commitment to health & safety and operational excellence
Apply Now
If you're looking to join a world-class automotive brand and develop your career in packaging engineering and supply chain optimisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply with your up-to-date CV or contact the Manpower team on 01604 448400
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