Packaging Technologist | Luxury Food Manufacturer | £30K-£45K | Kent
Are you passionate about food packaging innovation? Join a renowned luxury food manufacturer with over 20 years of expertise in crafting high-quality, hand-finished products.
As a Packaging Technologist, you'll play a key role in developing and optimising packaging solutions, collaborating with food development and operations teams to ensure efficiency, compliance, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
* Work with Product Developers to create packaging that meets company and customer requirements.
* Oversee artwork approvals, packaging specifications, and compliance (barcodes, date codes, cutter guides).
* Streamline packaging processes, maintain material inventory, and identify improvements.
* Stay updated on packaging trends, manage NPD packaging stock, and contribute to innovation.
About You
* Experience in packaging development and manufacturing, ideally within the food industry.
* Alternatively, a Food Science graduate with at least 1 year of NPD experience and an interest in packaging.
* Strong knowledge of food labelling requirements and experience with retailers and suppliers.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-customer environment.
* Own transport required due to site location.
Based in Kent, commutable from Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone, Ashford & surrounding areas.
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 (DOE)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm