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Nestlé UK & I

Job title Packaging/ Process Specialist

Location: York

Salary Circa £40,000 plus companywide benefits

Although this is a full time permanent opportunity, please speak to us about what flexibility means to you as we are always open to discuss individual’s flexible working needs, don’t let this stop you from applying

Position Summary

A fantastic opportunity has arisen as a Packaging Specialist working for our confectionery team predominantly based at York, some travel to our site in Halifax or other 3rd Party partners. In the role you will work closely with NPD to introduce new packaging and processes into the factory whilst also providing wider technical support in relation to packaging, processes and technologies.

As part of the Nestlé Confectionery team, you could be working with some of the world’s best-known and most-loved brands, many of which have been enjoyed for generations. We strive to put the consumer at the heart of everything we do and deliver the best-tasting and most permissible treats for consumers day after day.

A day in the life of a Packaging Specialist…

• Develop and introduce new packaging and processes within factory and/or third parties, while taking into consideration compliance with Nestle and external standards and policies.

• Support technology and know-how transfer to the factory

• Contribute to and manage packaging specific NPD projects,

• Support the factory and marketing teams on projects and initiatives related to packaging, processes and technologies.

• Contribute to and manage projects related to packaging & process improvements within his/her area of expertise

• Be the knowledge owner for your area of expertise for the pack formats in scope.

• Manage all other factory specific packaging administration

• Working with suppliers & understanding of the end to end impact of our materials & palletised products in relation to sustainability

• Identify and execute material and process optimisation projects to minimise the cost of our products in line with TDC (Total Delivered Cost).

What will make you successful?

• Preferably a Degree in Packaging/Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, Printing, Manufacturing Excellence or equivalent qualification

• Proven Track record in product development and operations or Packaging development and operations

• Working knowledge of good manufacturing principles

• Passionate about the products, consumers and category.

• Exposure to sustainability and cost improvement project/focus groups

• Committed to manufacture of safe and compliant products

What you need to know

As the successful candidate, you will have experience working in Supply Chain Ideally with a proven track record in a Supply Chain leadership position.

A key attribute is to have a proven positive record on the position Supply Planner for a big scale factory, A good awareness and understanding of business and market trends, technologies and output factory standards.

A practical understanding of risk management and scenario planning is required for this role

What you need to know

What can we offer in return? Great benefits you’d expect from a business the size of Nestlé – in the shape of a competitive salary and benefits package, bonus scheme, flexible working scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays plus flex leave, pension scheme and a real focus on personal development and growth.

The closing date for this role is 10 July 2024

We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect. When we embrace diversity and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. People of all gender identities, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBT+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. If there is anything we can do to accommodate you to participate fully in the application process, please let us know. We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity, our people make up a number of Colleague Networks who represent different experiences and communities who hold us accountable in creating a sense of belonging for all, and our values create the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution you bring. Find out more about our Colleague Networks here: Diversity, equity and inclusion | Nestlé (nestle.co.uk)

We are committed to equal opportunity for all and we may collect relevant data for monitoring purposes during our candidate registration process. Be yourself, everyone else is taken!