Role Overview & Mandate
Executive Summary
Quorn are currently seeking a Senior Packaging Technologist to join our team our growing R&D team to be based between our sites in Leeds...
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Quorn are currently seeking a Senior Packaging Technologist to join our team our growing R&D team to be based between our sites in Leeds & Stokesley.
The Role
Our packaging function provides full support for various New Product Development initiatives, along with the development & launches of new SKU's, the design-to-print process and finally technical support for procurement initiatives.
This position will play a critical role in the technical management of Packaging Innovation and origination across multiple projects for Quorn and Cauldron brands across different territories and categories. You will be a key member of the packaging team regarded as the “go to” technical packaging expert, utilising your technical expertise to both lead and support project teams on all technical packaging aspects.
The successful applicant will have:
- Demonstrable background in FMCG Packaging Development, ideally with an expertise in food and relevant degree in a related discipline such as material science, product design, engineering etc.
- Background of leading packaging innovation programmes resulting in significant business impact via consumer delighting packaging innovation, sustainability leadership and quality/cost improvements
- Ability to commercialise a portfolio of food packaging technologies across a broad range of filling/packing equipment
- Excellent team player with an enthusiasm to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate/influence key stakeholders both internally & externally
- Understanding of the key business activities relating to the packaging design, manufacture, CAPEX, and evaluation of products to meet consumer, sustainability, and commercial needs.
- A passion for healthy, sustainable products which are better for our consumers and the planet – you don’t have to be a vegetarian to work for Quorn!
Together with offering the opportunity to develop within a growing sustainable business we also offer:
- A Competitive Salary
- 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
- Generous Pension Scheme and Life Insurance Options
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Staff Shop
To apply for this vacancy, please apply below. We look forward to receiving your application.
About Us
Quorn is a global company led by a clear purpose and ambition. By 2030, we will be a Net +positive business with 8 billion servings of our amazing Quorn & Cauldron products being consumed across the world.
At Quorn, we have a simple message, to create an inspiring range of irresistibly tasty meals which are not only great for you and your family, but for the planet and generations to come.
It is our collective differences that make Quorn special. Our heritage speaks to this, as pioneers of meat alternative products, we choose to embrace a different path which sets us apart.
We are committed to four core values which make us who we are. We are ‘Stronger Together’, we aim to ‘Make Lives Better’, we ‘ Think Big & Act With Courage’ and we ‘Strive To Be The Best’.
Quorn is committed to promoting diversity across our workforce. We are dedicated to attracting and developing talent, empowered through an inclusive culture.
Our backgrounds, experiences and ideas are all valued so we can foster an environment where our differences make us ‘Stronger Together’.
All suitably qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, religion, and age.
