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Packaging Technologist

Employer
Blue Spark
Location
East of England
Salary
£negotiable
Closing date
19 Aug 2021

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Contract Type
Permanent
Function
Packaging, Technical
Business Sector
Food Manufacturing

Job Details

The Company

Supplying products to UK retailers this chilled food manufacturer who have an established presence in this competitive industry are looking for a driven and self-motivated packaging professional to make their mark in this newly created role.

The Role

Reporting to the Packaging Manager, you’ll be supporting the development of innovative packaging ideas from concept to launch, keeping up with the latest developments and following market trends to identify customer and consumer needs.

You will be responsible for organising and managing packaging trials within the factory as well as attending packaging print runs and coordinating travel tests to ensure all packaging products meet the criteria for functionality, shelf presence and consumer usability. Ensuring that final products are functional and fit for purpose you’ll aim to produce items which match current trends, taking advantage of any business opportunities as you design and manage packaging mock-ups, working from briefs and use information gained from customer meetings.

You will also be involved with managing the technical aspects of supplier sourcing where you will work to identify potential new suppliers, material or packaging designs that provide a competitive edge via cost, quality or innovation.

Your accountability will also include managing packaging specifications, checking and approving artwork to guarantee all packaging elements are in line with company strategy and customer requirements.

The Candidate

We are looking for a creative and technically proficient Packaging Technologist with a food or packaging qualification along with experience of working in a similar packaging role within food manufacturing.  

Knowledge of food, food packaging materials and packaging systems including, thermoforming, MAP, tray sealing, VFFS, flow wrapping, labelling, heat sealing vacuum systems are required.  Ideally you will also have a good understanding of UK retailer requirements and their supply chain.

Able to effectively project manage you’ll need to have excellent organisation and prioritisation skills in order to effectively work on multiple projects along with a keen eye for detail and problem solving abilities.   You will be liaising with internal teams, suppliers and customers so your communication skills must be first rate too.

If you have the drive to make a difference with this major food company then this could be the perfect role for you. Apply now or get in touch with Dhrutee to find out more – Tel: 0345 2600 737 or email us at, food@blue-spark.org.uk.

Ref: F6255

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Although we do our utmost to respond to all applicants, there are times when this is just not possible due to sheer volume so if you have not heard from us within 5 working days then we are sorry to say your application for this role has not been successful.

Also, please note that we are only able to accept and respond to applications from candidates with eligibility to work in the UK and those who hold valid work visas. 

Company

Blue Spark is a boutique recruitment consultancy for the Food and Drinks industry, satisfying a growing appetite for intelligent and ethical recruitment.

Working entirely free of commission, we source high calibre candidates for some of the most exciting organisations in the field.

Our friendly and creative consultants seek the perfect match with every appointment – be it graduate or director level, permanent or interim.

Established by Food professionals in 2006, our vast experience and intuitive grasp of market trends has earned us the superb reputation we enjoy today.

With a particular commitment to openness and innovation, Blue Spark offers a truly comprehensive range of recruitment solutions across all sectors of the Food and Drinks industry.

These include:

• Search and Selection

• Advertised Search

• Executive Search

• Database Search

• Proactive Candidate Generation

So whether you're seeking that dream job in Food and Drink, or the perfect people for your growing business, Blue Spark can deliver.

Company info
Website
Telephone
0345 2600 737
Location
34 - 36 The Broadway
Haywards Heath
West Sussex
RH16 3AL
United Kingdom

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