At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical projects for innovative edible packaging solutions and collaborate with diverse teams.
- Company: Join Notpla, a pioneering company dedicated to sustainable packaging alternatives.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, EMI share options, zero-carbon pension, and fun social activities.
- Other info: Be part of a vibrant community focused on eliminating plastic waste.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the planet while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Mechanical or process engineering background with project management experience.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 55000 £ per year.
At Notpla we’re at the leading edge of sustainable innovation, creating natural alternatives to single-use plastic packaging that’s carefully engineered to create a healthier planet. We are currently looking to bring in a Technical Project Manager to work on the technical category management of our flagship Ooho product and the rest of our edible packaging solutions. This is an exciting time to join Notpla, right on the brink of a record-breaking year for revenue and on-track for major growth in the next 18-24 months.
The Technical Project Manager will work directly with our Chief Technology Officer to help define the technical direction of our range of edible packaging solutions. You will work with the Category owner to ensure that we are able to deliver the technical specifications required to meet our partners' requirements, liaising with the technical team to ensure that everything is delivered on time and in full.
We are looking for a Technical Project Manager with a desire and the experience to continue to work on hands-on maintenance and development of machinery. You will need to come from a mechanical or process engineering background, whilst having experience of running large, multi-partner technical projects. As well as this you will need to have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
This is a rare opportunity for a passionate and hands-on engineer, to take ownership of both project management pieces but also the development of processes and manufacturing techniques, whilst continuing to work hands-on with our bespoke in-house machinery. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Technical project management of our edible packaging range.
- Working with external suppliers and manufacturing partners to develop processes and manufacturing techniques.
- Liaising with our in-house technical team to ensure technical delivery of all of our projects.
- Being the link between the formulation and ingredient requirements and the manufacturing process needs.
- Maintenance both planned and reactive of our in-house manufacturing machinery.
- Working with the category owner to define the technical roadmap of the products.
- Working with the category owner to assist in the commercial development of the products.
- Identify and assess technical risks, ensuring proactive mitigation and resolution strategies.
- Chair dedicated technical meetings with technical resources, separate from standard project updates, to discuss technical progress against agreed milestones, challenges, and improvements.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the technical community.
- Ensure technical standardization and best practices are consistently applied across the category (SOPs, Project & Trial planning, reporting).
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 + EMI Share Options
Notpla is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
Remote Technical Project Manager in Perth employer: Notpla Limited
Notpla is an exceptional employer for those passionate about sustainability and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we foster a collaborative work culture that encourages creativity and initiative, all while working remotely. Our focus on developing natural packaging solutions not only contributes to a healthier planet but also provides our team with the unique advantage of being at the forefront of a transformative industry.
