Junior Packaging Engineer
- Field: Manufacturing/Surveying
- Deadline: 2026-04-03 11:04
- Folkestone, Kent
Location: Folkestone – Hybrid Working available.
Hours: 39 hours per week
Contract: Temporary Ongoing
We are looking for a Junior Packaging Engineer to join our clients R&D team on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or someone working towards a degree who is looking to gain hands-on experience in an FMCG and R&D environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support packaging development and optimisation for new and existing products
* Lead Value Engineering (G2G) projects with support from senior stakeholders
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams on packaging specifications and sustainability initiatives
* Manage technical documentation and liaise with packaging suppliers
* Participate in agile investigations and problem-solving activities
* Lead and support packaging trials where required
About You
* Degree (or working towards) in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or similar (desirable)
* Previous experience (placements or internships included) in R&D, packaging, manufacturing, or FMCG (advantageous)
* Understanding of packaging materials, specifications, and basic testing methods
* Exposure to value engineering, cost optimisation, or sustainability projects is a plus
* Confident, organised, and comfortable working with technical documentation and suppliers
This is a great opportunity to develop your technical skills and gain practical industry experience within a supportive R&D team
