Assistant Packaging Technologist

Job role: Assistant packaging Technologist 

Main Purpose:

To provide a Strong understanding of packaging and labelling technology and the different materials used to package a wide variety of products. This will allow to make informed decisions and consider the advantages and disadvantages when selecting a packaging material or design type to ensure that it is fit for purpose.

Enabling the business to be pro-active in reducing damages, waste, brand elevation and ultimately increasing sales through good presentation and protection whilst understanding & recording the packaging details for legal, contractual and logistical reasons. 

Core Activities:

1.      To understand packaging materials available and their applications. 

2.      To understand the manufacturing processes of various packaging materials

3.      Be aware of and understand packaging requirements and warehouse operation requirements, including storage categories, labelling requirements and high bay limitations.

4.      Experience in product development of packaging from concept to launch.

5.      Good legal requirements knowledge & understanding for labeling, safety warnings, handling symbols, product materials and relevant legislation etc.

6.      Pack assessment procedure - Assessing products for fragility and the level of shock protection needed alongside suppliers & our operations warehouse team.

7.      Maintaining and managing branded label processes including produce brief creations.

8.      Waste data input & management through internal system and alongside external providers

9.      Understanding and keeping up to date on Manufacturing costs & processes.

10.   Interest and understanding of sustainable packaging methods and materials

11.   Environmental awareness and our company’s obligations.

12.   Experience of communicating in various methods with suppliers globally

13.   Work closely with packaging providers, designers, buyers and product technologists to research, bench-marking new technical innovations, product development & testing to support the launch of new packaging offers.

14.   Work closely with MED/QA teams on testing packaging & auditing new and current packaging from source and in-house.

15.   Gain understanding of each function within Head Office and Logistics and how this integrates across all areas.