Location: THG Labs, Meridian Business Park, Trowbridge, BA14 0BP
Life at THG Labs
THG acquired Acheson & Acheson in 2018 to bring full service, product development & manufacturing in-house to supply innovative branded and THG Beauty Brand products to the industry. In 2022 Acheson & Acheson became THG Labs. Capabilities include:
- In-house market knowledge & trends
- End-to-end service from idea generation through to manufacturing and launch
- Technical, commercial and production expertise
- Outstanding customer service
Why be a Packaging Technologist at THG Labs?
Reporting to the Product Development Director, the Packaging Technologist is responsible for the technical development, qualification, compliance and validation of packaging across THG Labs' portfolio. The role ensures that packaging solutions are functional, compatible, manufacturable, compliant, and aligned with sustainability objectives
The Packaging Technologist provides technical leadership, prioritisation, and guidance to the team, working hands-on alongside Senior Packaging Technicians in the delivery of packaging development, testing, documentation, and compliance activities across all projects.
As Packaging Technologist, you'll:
- Assess packaging concepts at feasibility stage, providing clear technical input on functionality, compatibility, sustainability, risk, and compliance
- Lead development of new primary packaging components, including supplier and tooling projects
- Define, manage, and report on pack/product compatibility and performance testing
- Create and maintain packaging specifications, testing records, and technical documentation
- Act as a technical authority on global packaging regulations (UK, EU, US, and key international markets)
- Lead packaging artwork approvals from a technical and compliance perspective
- Support manufacturing trials, first production runs, and issue resolution during scale‑up
- Represent Packaging at NPD forums, clearly communicating risks and decisions
- Drive continuous improvement and support sustainability initiatives
Leadership & Colloboration
- Line‑manage and develop two Senior Packaging Technicians
- Allocate workload, review outputs, and coach the team to deliver high‑quality results
- Work cross‑functionally with NPD, Operations, QA, and customers
This role suits someone technically strong, detail‑driven, and comfortable operating as a subject‑matter expert in a collaborative, high‑growth environment.
What skills and experience do I need for this role?
- Degree or equivalent experience in Packaging Technology, Materials Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Experience in FMCG beauty, personal care, or consumer goods manufacturing
- Strong technical understanding of primary packaging systems (bottles, jars, pumps, closures, droppers)
- Knowledge of packaging materials and pack/product interaction
- Experience managing compatibility testing, validation, and scale-up
- Confident interpreting technical drawings and specifications
- Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Exposure and understanding of global packaging regulations
- Understanding of tooling development and supplier manufacturing processes
- Experience supporting sustainability or packaging compliance initiatives
What's in it for me?
Career Development
- Access bespoke development programmes that have been designed and developed by our in-house L&D team.
- Continued development through our upskilling programme that is delivered in partnership with an industry-leading training provider.
Enhanced Leave
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Don't want to work on your birthday? We don't either! Enjoy your day off on us!
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, depending on length of service.
- Up to 10 days compassionate leave.
- Buy back up to 3 days each year.
- Unlock 2 days volunteer leave after 12-months.
Wellbeing Support
- Access face-to-face and virtual appointments with our in-house GP (Manchester Head Office).
- Access our 247 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which is provided by Bupa.
- State-of-the-art on-site gym (Manchester Head Office).
- Access to our on-site physio (Manchester Head Office).
Other Perks
- Save up to 12% on the cost of personal tech through our salary sacrifice scheme.
- Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands.
- On-site staff shop (Manchester Head Office).
- Know someone who would be perfect for THG? Refer them and get up to £1000 when they pass their probation.
- Anniversary gifts when you hit 5 and 10 years of service.
