Packaging Development Manager

2 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Lawson Williams Specialist Recruitment Full time

About the Company

Lawson Williams Specialist Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading innovator and manufacturer of branded food products in New Zealand and Australia. This company has built a reputation for being at the forefront of innovation, providing high-quality products that are easy to store, open, use, and enjoy.

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Packaging Development Manager to join our client's team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and leading packaging solutions from concept to launch. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the business, including Procurement, Marketing, and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Apply sound packaging development principles to manage projects independently to timely completion.
  • Develop packaging solutions for New Product Development (NPD) projects in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Seek out optimisation opportunities in process and packaging to maintain high standards.
  • Provide technical support on packaging issues, identify innovation opportunities, and coordinate factory line trials.
  • Develop and train Operational Teams on packaging performance testing procedures.
  • Align packaging processes with customer specifications and collaborate for effective label design and implementation.
  • Evaluate and propose improvements to manufacturing processes and coach staff on optimising packaging operations.
  • Communicate new packaging developments across all levels and participate in continuous improvement reviews.

What's in it for You…

This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark in a successful and profitable company. You will have the chance to achieve remarkable outcomes and contribute to the success of the organisation. A competitive remuneration package is offered to attract the right candidate.



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