Packaging Technologist

Job Description

Energis is currently recruiting a Packaging Technologist for our manufacturing client based in Drogheda. The successful Packaging Technologist will sit within the Technical team and focus on packaging materials and the related production processes, managing packaging development and improvement projects to meet business needs.

Whilst this role is initially a 12month maternity cover contract, there is a distinct possibility of becoming a permanent member of the team.

Responsibilities:

• Apply knowledge of packaging materials including material compatibility, supplier processes, standards, and specifications and knowledge of all plastic based films, labels, and paperboard packaging.
• Material, product, and machine interface optimisation with a focus on driving costs and waste out of the system.
• Develop relationships and source new suppliers/technologies as needed.
• Conduct feasibility studies to estimate product cost as well as analyse capital equipment, capacity, and capability requirements.
• Execute equipment qualification and process validation projects
• Drive processes to improve the quality, integrity, and cost performance of each of the packaging designs used
• Develop tests & systems to monitor and analyse line performance and initiate actions to avoid possible problems and maximise line reliability, robustness, availability, and product quality
• Lead the technical portion of the business case for routine projects. Technical representative on cross functional projects
• Input into the development of the innovation and renovation pipeline from the outset.
• Develop and execute packaging trial plans and scheduling.
• Programming and troubleshooting processes and standards.

Criteria:

• Qualification in Engineering, Science, or relevant operational experience considered.
• Experience in an FMCG environment for a minimum of 1-2 years within similar role - packaging, specifications etc.
• Self-starter with demonstrated efficient work practices, good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Excellent communications skills and ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, Project, Outlook.

Package is in the region of €40 – 45k + bonus.

For further information or a confidential discussion please call us on +44 2890 826044 or email your CV through the link.

By applying for this role you are consenting to Energis Recruitment holding your details for a period of 12 months to be considered for other roles. As a candidate you have the right to consent or object to this.

By applying for this role you are consenting to Energis Recruitment holding your details for a period of 12 months to be considered for other roles. As a candidate you have the right to consent or object to this.

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