Packaging Technologist £35k - £50k plus bens (depending on experience) Location: Peterborough Reporting to: Packaging Manager We are recruiting a Packaging Technologist to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting own-brand and private-label NPD projects from concept through to launch. This is a hands-on technical role where you ll take ownership of mid to high complexity packaging projects, ensuring solutions are robust, cost-effective, and delivered right first time. Working closely with suppliers, production, and NPD teams, you ll play a key role in translating ideas into manufacturable, high-quality packaging. Key Responsibilities Lead packaging development for NPD projects within a manufacturing environment Brief, manage, and liaise with suppliers on component specifications, tooling, artwork, and testing Coordinate colour matching, cutter guides, and specification approvals Ensure accurate and timely documentation, including specifications, pallet plans, and NLFs Attend production trials and first production runs to ensure packaging performs as intended Track and clearly communicate project progress, risks, and priorities Support Packaging Coordinators and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives What We re Looking For Proven experience in packaging development, ideally within FMCG or manufacturing Strong technical knowledge of plastic and glass packaging components and production processes Confident managing multiple projects and working cross-