Packaging Technologist

Procure Recruitment Group are recruiting for a talented and skilled Packaging Technologist to join our client, a leading manufacturing business, in their high performing team.

The role is a full time, permanent role based at our client purpose built and impressive manufacturing facility.

The purpose of the role is to execute and deliver packaging projects that will lead to continuous improvement in both product design and performance.

This will include the co-ordination of trials alongside other members of the packaging team. Ensure all packaging information is up to date and aligned with business and legislative requirements. Work cross-functionally across the business to facilitate the initial approval and ongoing review of packaging suppliers and provide support for all packaging queries and information requests.

The main duties include:

• Support the Packaging Manager in maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of packaging legislation and technology relevant to processes.
• Manage new and ongoing packaging projects and timelines, both internally and externally, liaising with suppliers and customers as required.
• Facilitate and maintain an up-to-date database of packaging information, together with relevant supporting documents.
• Request and maintain packaging specifications and all other necessary documentation relating to packaging materials.
• Co-ordinate and manage the approval of packaging suppliers and off-site storage facilities. Carry out visits and audits if required. Training to be provided as necessary.
• Coordinate and manage packaging analysis (including migration).
• Contribute and help complete the packaging information required for customer specifications.
• Respond to customer and internal packaging queries as required.
• Support Quality, Technical and Production teams on day-to-day queries, as and when required. This may include supporting and troubleshooting in respect of packaging Non-Conformances.
• Organise and attend supplier progress and performance reviews, as required.
• Support the Packaging Co-ordinator with trials, as required.
• Create internal trial and validation protocols for new / updated packaging, accounting for legislative requirements, and liaising with both suppliers and customers as appropriate.
• Support the Packaging & Projects Manager in reviewing new equipment and packaging processes and developing associated test methods.
• Maintain and update relevant internal SOPs.
• Attend packaging first production runs, where required.
• Carry out internal audits according to agreed schedule.

In return our client will provide a great salary, progression opportunities in-line with learning and development and the opportunity to work within a truly trail blazing business.

This is a superb opportunity within a fantastic business, apply today to learn more.