Job Title: NPD Packaging Developer
Salary: £37,000 - £42,000
Location: Norfolk
Reference: HB8402
Our client is a leading food business who supply to a variety of the major retailers. As they continue to expand and grow their presence in the marketplace they are now seeking a driven and ambitious NPD Packaging Developer to join their business.
Reporting into the Senior Packaging Technologist, this role is an excellent opportunity for a Food or Fresh Produce professional looking for their role upwards to join a well-respected food manufacturing company that supplies premium products to a number of retailers.
Key responsibilities:
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to develop innovative packaging solutions.
- Ensure the availability of samples and relevant information to meet product development deadlines.
- Identify and develop new materials and supplier capabilities.
- Execute factory trials to support product development and launch.
- Support the generation of product information, specifications, and packing disciplines.
- Manage transit test activity and approvals with the NPD Manager.
- Approve technical aspects of artwork and ensure final sign-off to the printer.
- Approve the functionality of imported packaging and components from the Far East.
- Ensure the supply of new and improved packaging to meet future business needs.
- Identify and satisfy packaging materials performance requirements, including timely sourcing of trial materials.
- Manage factory trial activity on packaging projects, ensuring alignment with product development.
- Conduct technical assessments and approvals of new packaging specifications.
- Deliver packaging solutions that meet retailer requirements, including shelf depths and handling weights.
- Ensure all packaging aligns with business environmental requirements.
- Liaise with suppliers to communicate functional requirements and source trial materials.
- Record packaging waste information
If you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements please either apply via this advert or call Henderson Brown on for more information.