Packaging Technologist

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

As a Packaging Technologist, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of our cheese brands by supporting the development and delivery of innovative, high-quality packaging solutions.

You’ll work across a diverse portfolio including Cathedral City, Wensleydale and Davidstow, taking ideas from concept through to launch. From running trials to managing specifications and due diligence, you’ll ensure our packaging not only looks great but performs brilliantly, meeting the needs of our customers, our sites, and our sustainability commitments.

You’ll bring energy, curiosity and creativity to the team, exploring new materials, technologies and formats that keep us ahead of the market. Along the way, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to bring innovations to life, while ensuring all compliance, reporting and data requirements are met.

This role is based at our Nuneaton site with the option to work from home up to one day per week based on business need.  Candidates must be able to work onsite at our Nuneaton site a minimum of 4 days per week.

Work pattern: Monday–Friday, 37 hours per week.

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…

• Supporting the full packaging development lifecycle, from concept, feasibility and trials through to implementation and launch.
• Generating ideas for new packaging formats, materials and technologies.
• Planning and executing packaging trials (line, transit, materials and testing).
• Managing packaging specifications, pallet plans and documentation to ensure robust due diligence at every stage.
• Collaborating with wider teams including Marketing, Procurement, Operations and Technical to deliver projects successfully.
• Building strong supplier relationships to accelerate innovation and improve speed to market.
• Supporting sustainability initiatives, including EPR and packaging waste data collection and reporting.

YOU’RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU …

• Are experienced within the food industry (ideally chilled), or a strong interest in packaging development
• Have a naturally curious mindset with a passion for innovation and problem-solving
• Have strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Are confident in communicating with stakeholders at all levels
• Have a collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently when needed
• Are proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…

• Annual bonus scheme up to 5% (paid quarterly)
• Flexible and hybrid working approach
• Autonomous and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.
• Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing
• Long service recognised every 5 years
• Life assurance up to 4 x contractual pay
• Discounted branded products
• Free, onsite parking
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• 25 holidays + 8 bank holidays
• One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institutions of your choice
• Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefs
• My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.

For additional information on our benefits please go to uk.saputo.com/en/carees/employee-benefits

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

In the UK, Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses, dairy spreads, and dairy-free products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Frylight and Wensleydale.