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    Packaging Technologist - Aylesford, United Kingdom - Pineapple Contracts

    Pineapple Contracts
    Pineapple Contracts Aylesford, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Pineapple Contracts opened their doors for the first time in 1975. A family run company, started by William Hathorn, Pineapple began making pine furniture for the retail market and traded as, 'Pine Productions'.

    In 1987, Pine Productions moved their focus to the healthcare furniture market, having identified a demand for strong, safe and durable healthcare furniture which avoided the 'institutional' appearance, common at that time. With a new direction, a new name was required and we became simply 'Pineapple'.

    Pineapple, now a global company with headquarters in Kent (UK), have offices in France, Germany and the USA, still runs by its original ethos.

    JOB TITLE: Packaging Technologist

    REPORTS TO: Head of Creative

    LOCATION: Aylesford, UK

    WORKING HOURS: 8.00am – 4.30pm, office based

    As a Packaging Technologist, you will be responsible for the research, development and sourcing of packaging for a range of products that are cost-effective, sustainable, and appropriate for protecting and transporting our products.

    You will work cross-functionally with NPD, Sustaining Engineering, Marketing and Purchasing teams, as well as with external suppliers, to deliver packaging specifications, costings and trials.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Develop new cost-efficient packaging solutions across our product ranges in response to project briefs.
    • Ensure that packaging materials meet set requirements and specifications.
    • Develop and champion our sustainable packaging strategy.
    • Research new packaging materials and produce samples to test different materials and designs.
    • Liaise with marketing, purchasing and production teams as required.
    • Identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality and practicality.
    • Run trials to check packaging for suitability and testing for performance under various conditions.
    • Control production and quality standards, including reporting packaging that doesn't meet these standards.
    • Evaluate, select and negotiate with suppliers.

    Requirements

    • Formal education in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Technology or equivalent experience.
    • Previous experience in packaging development.
    • Demonstrable knowledge of a variety of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and industry trends.
    • Experience in Autodesk Revit to support in the development of packaging artwork.
    • Experience with Autodesk Revit to support creation of downloadable files.

    PERSON SPECIFICATION

    • Good organisation and time management skill required.
    • High attention to detail.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
    • Must be passionate about the brand, be flexible and have a can-do attitude.
    • Confident, pro-active, approachable and happy to turn your hand to anything required.
    • Hardworking, conscientious and take pride in your work.
    • Happy to work to tight deadlines and flexibility to support shifting priorities.
    • A high degree of self-motivation and drive.
    • Excellent Administrative skills with competent use of Microsoft Office (mainly Outlook and Excel) and Adobe suite.
    • Embodies our company people values:

    o Teamwork

    o Committed

    o Ownership

    o Positive

    o Responsive

    Benefits

    • Competitive pay
    • Pension scheme
    • Healthcare Cash Plan
    • 23 days annual leave + UK bank holidays
    • Extra day's leave for your birthday
    • On joining we'll plant a tree in your honour
    • Regular team socials and events
    • Monthly pizza Friday
    • Fruit and snacks are provided daily
    • Employee referrals bonus scheme
    • Recognition of excellence/Employee rewards schemes
    • Company volunteering day
    • Annual pay reviews
    • High quality office environment
    • Sustainability focused business
    • Free onsite parking / walking distance from train station

    We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

    Agencies we know where you are if we need any support, thank you for your interest in working with Pineapple.

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