Packaging Technologist

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
London or Colchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Packaging development Materials science Project management Supplier collaboration Compliance and regulations Sustainability Cross-functional teamwork Data-driven decision making

FULL DESCRIPTION

Packaging Technologist

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]™ is on an incredible journey, with a mission to move the business from a manufacturing-led retailer to a destination brand for active nutrition. We are shaking up the sports nutrition industry through disruptive marketing campaigns that help people think differently about our brand – and we want you to be a part of it!

IN A NUTSHELL

This is an opportunity to take ownership of our packaging strategy and make a tangible impact on the business. As our Packaging Technologist, you will be the go-to expert for all things packaging, driving innovation, efficiency, and performance across rigid and flexible plastics, card, and corrugate.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

Packaging Development

  • Research and share insights on packaging trends, materials, and technologies relevant to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s formats.
  • Partner with Innovation and Brand & Studio teams in product development to build quality and functionality into packaging design.
  • Build collaborative working relationships with packaging suppliers.
  • Support the evaluation of new materials, formats, and manufacturing techniques.
  • Own packaging testing, filling and line trials.
  • Collaborate with the Brand & Studio team to deliver right-first-time print.
  • Support rollout of packaging standards and testing protocols.

Technical Support & Compliance

  • Guide and support maintenance of packaging specifications.
  • Maintain the packaging database.
  • Support delivery of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s packaging compliance.
  • Guide on preparation of packaging waste data.
  • Identify opportunities to improve recyclability and reduce environmental impact.
  • Monitor regulatory and industry updates.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

  • You’re a packaging expert with hands-on experience in development or as a packaging technologist, ideally in consumer goods and direct-to-consumer channels.
  • You bring a strong technical foundation, ideally with a BSc in food science, technology, or material science.
  • You’ve successfully delivered innovative, high-performing packaging solutions.
  • Project management comes naturally.
  • You thrive when working cross-functionally.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills are your second nature.
  • You’re curious, resourceful, and a self-starter.
  • You’re excited by the chance to make a real impact in a fast-moving business.

WHAT ARE THE GAINS?

  • Monthly [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Bank Benefits Allowance including subsidised Gym Membership ️
  • Birthday off
  • PerkBox Subscription
  • 60% discount on all [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]™ products
  • Flexi Start
  • Additional Annual Leave
  • Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Medicash ‍⚕️
  • Volunteering Day
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave and workplace nursery scheme
  • [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]™ Pantry
  • Happy Hour Drinks Fridge
  • Summer Working Hours

LOCATION: London HQ or Colchester. If London-based, will require once-a-week in Colchester.
HYBRID: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home.

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