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 / development, improvement projects and the related production processes.

You will work to improve the industrial techniques and drive internal packaging processes to minimise waste and improve efficiencies.

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 2 years within similar role - packaging, specifications etc.
• Knowledge of common materials used in packaging
• 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 €40k + 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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