At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate packaging development and support sustainability initiatives from concept to launch.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company focused on innovation and waste reduction.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible pay options, on-site parking, and subsidised meals.
- Other info: Enjoy brand new facilities and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a team driving impactful packaging solutions and sustainability efforts.
- Qualifications: Good computing skills, effective communication, and a passion for packaging innovation.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Northfleet, Kent, United Kingdom
We’re currently recruiting for a Packaging Development & Technical Co‑Ordinator to join our team, reporting into the Purchasing, Packaging and Waste Management Support Manager. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for packaging innovation, sustainability, and technical coordination to play a key role in supporting packaging development and waste reduction initiatives.
Key objectives include coordinating and supporting all packaging development activities within New Product Development and Existing Product Development processes, ensuring timely delivery of artwork & repro‑file approvals, and packaging components. The role focuses on driving packaging feasibility, supplier engagement, and the seamless execution of packaging projects from concept to launch while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Main Duties:
- Coordinate NPD activities including meetings, minutes, and critical path management
- Manage packaging development from concept through to launch and handover
- Oversee artwork creation, approvals, and supplier coordination
- Lead feasibility trials, pre‑production, and post‑launch reviews
- Maintain packaging documentation, specifications, and compliance records
- Liaise with suppliers on artwork, samples, and performance
- Support audits, traceability, and quality processes
- Manage non‑conformances, packaging holds, and corrective actions
- Support innovation, new supplier sourcing, and continuous improvement
- Handle invoice management and provide on‑call packaging support
Key Relationships:
Internal Cross‑departmental: NPD Team, Technical Team, Packaging Team, Purchasing Team, Production Team, Sales Team; External with Suppliers and Customers.
Key Accountabilities:
Engaged communication, meeting deadlines, prepared for meetings, taking responsibility for mistakes, supporting colleagues when required, self‑motivated action, flexible mindset.
Person Specification and Skill Requirements:
- Computing skills to a good standard – Microsoft Office Suite
- Effective verbal and writing communication skills
- Polite telephone manner
- Ability to hold meetings
Role Requirements and Compliance:
- Take responsibility for the Health and Safety of yourself and others whilst at work
- Support Company Initiatives and demonstrate Company Values.
- Comply with all legal and statutory obligations applicable to the role.
- Participate in training and personal development activities as required
- Learn and understand packaging manufacturing processes.
- Learn and understand full manufacturing process with onsite equipment
On site parking with electric charge points. Fully paid for staff events. Staff restaurant serving heavily subsidised hot and cold food. Brand new facilities. A supportive team.
We offer a competitive salary range, which is dependent on experience.
Packaging Development & Technical Co-Ordinator in Northfleet employer: PrepWorld Ltd
Join our dynamic team in Northfleet, Kent, where we prioritise innovation and sustainability in packaging development. As a Packaging Development & Technical Co-Ordinator, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages personal growth and collaboration, alongside competitive salaries and unique perks like on-site parking with electric charge points and heavily subsidised meals. We are committed to your professional development and offer a vibrant environment where your contributions directly impact our packaging initiatives and waste reduction efforts.
