Packaging Technologist

We are seeking a highly skilled Packaging Technologist to join our team at Beiersdorf UK Ltd. As a key member of our Valued Added Service (VAS) team, you will play a crucial role in developing and producing VAS/Point of Sales materials.

• Develop and set up packaging for VAS projects, ensuring fit for purpose for retail and consumer end-use.
• Project manage and coordinate key packaging projects, working closely with co-packers and suppliers.
• Lead the functional and structural design and development of Secondary and Tertiary packaging and components.
• Appropriate testing of materials and coordinating production trials.
• Write provisional packing specifications for VAS finished goods.
• Ensure clear communication is always provided to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Improve efficiencies and cost effectiveness through the design of packaging and production processes.
• Maintain up to date awareness and communicate as relevant the changing commercial, legal, technical and environmental aspects of the packaging industry, packaging materials and innovations.
• Mapping and sharing trends in latest packaging concepts/ideas in the marketplace.

• Qualification in Packaging Technology or relevant experience in co-packing and/or packaging technology.
• Preferably some background working in a FMCG business.
• Technical knowledge of packaging, co-packing (hand packing & machine packing) and industry best practice.
• Up to date awareness of the commercial, legal, technical, and environmental aspects of packaging materials.
• Problem Solving, finding Root cause and provide Solutions.
• Pro-active, pragmatic, cost-conscious, creative & results driven.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills.

• A competitive salary.
• Annual bonus (subject to conditions).
• Hybrid working (3 days office/2 days home).
• 25 days holiday (buy and sell holidays).
• Defined contribution Pension.
• Private medical & dental.
• Discounts on products.

We are a leading manufacturer of skin and body care products, committed to providing equal opportunities to all of our applicants, regardless of race, gender, age, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation & gender identity, disability, cultural, ethnic or national origins.