Packaging Technologist

SRG

  • Waterlooville, Hampshire
  • £40,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
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EmployersScientific RecruitmentWorkforce SolutionsSectorsExpertiseUK USPackaging TechnologistJob TypePermanentLocationWaterlooville, HampshireSalary£35000 - £40000 per annumJob RefBBBH166181_1755013862Date AddedAugust 12th, 2025Consultantrhi turnerTitle: Packaging Technologist
Location: Hampshire
Salary: up to £40,000 DOE
Term: PermanentBenefits: enhanced training and development opportunities, private health care, volunteer days, flexible start and finish hours.SRG is exclusively partnered with a leading manufacturer of personal care products, based in Hampshire. Due to company growth, they are now looking for an experienced packaging technologist to join the team. This company has a supportive and collaborative culture, and pride themselves on internal development and progression. This role would suit creative candidates with 2+ years' experience in packaging innovation, sustainable packaging and packaging trends, packaging development, and packaging briefs within the personal care / skincare / hair care and cosmetics industry.Working Hours: Monday to Friday 40hours a week, 33 days holiday, flexible start and finish timesRole / Description
  • Collaborate closely with R&D/Formulation, operations, engineering, and quality teams to ensure packaging solutions are ready for production.
  • Explore and showcase cutting-edge packaging formats and materials that match with current beauty trends
  • Manage a dynamic packaging innovation library, leading client presentations to highlight new innovative ideas
  • Partner with clients and internal teams to turn creative briefs into practical and innovative packaging solutions
  • Assess packaging concepts for compatibility with formulations, user experience, and production feasibility
  • Champion sustainable packaging by leveraging knowledge of recyclable materials and refillable systems and waste streams
  • Work with procurement and sourcing teams to identify and recommend top-notch suppliers.
  • Keep detailed technical documentation and packaging specifications for project traceability and compliance.
Requirements
  • 2+ years recent experience in packaging development within the personal care / skincare / hair care and cosmetics industry.
  • IOM3 Diploma (or equivalent)
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment
  • Full right to work in the UK, there is no sponsorship available for this role
SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on 0161 667 1812.If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.co.uk to view our other vacancies.Keywords: formulation, NPD, new product development, new product innovation, packaging development, sustainable packaging, packaging trends, packaging innovation, supplier management, green chemistry, beauty, cosmetics, skincare, personal care, haircare, packaging innovationCarbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.Apply to this JobShare this JobMore InformationSubscribe to our newsletterStay up to date with SRGScientific RecruitmentWorkforce SolutionsSectorsExpertiseDocumentsGet in TouchPart Of© SRG First Floor, Mulberry House, Parkland Square, 750 Capability Green, Luton, LU1 3LU

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