We’re looking for a Packaging Technologist on a 18-month fixed term contract to join our R&D Packaging team at a pivotal moment, supporting the transformation of our Wrexham cereal plant into one of Europe’s largest cereal manufacturing sites. You’ll play a key role in delivering major capital projects, helping bring new packaging capabilities to life.
Based primarily on-site in Wrexham, you’ll join a collaborative project team working closely with engineering, operations and quality. This hands-on role will see you support the installation, commissioning and start-up of new packaging lines, gaining end-to-end project experience. You’ll also contribute to future packaging initiatives, including EU compliance, working across both Snacks and Cereal portfolios to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions.
A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing
- Packaging Development & Compliance – Drive packaging development projects, provide factory support, and ensure all packaging meets food safety and quality standards.
- Plant Trials – Plan, organise, and lead plant trials, testing, and support the commissioning of new packaging equipment.
- Data Analysis – Analyse trial data, apply statistical methods, and ensure testing, OEE, and approval processes are followed.
- Reporting – Communicate findings, highlight risks, propose solutions, and keep project teams updated.
- Project Management – Manage timelines, escalate challenges, and maintain accurate product specifications.
- Project Delivery – Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, with a smooth handover to plant teams.
We’re Looking for Someone With
- Proven experience in Packaging Development or a related role.
- Strong understanding of packing line equipment, machinery commissioning, line performance, and packaging standards.
- Knowledge of packaging components, materials, and manufacturing processes, including how these impact physical and barrier properties.
- Experience in organising and leading packaging trials to validate solutions.
- Ability to analyse data using statistical methods and make informed recommendations.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of the impact of PPWR on packaging components and structure.
What’s Next
After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.
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If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.
What’s Next
After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.
Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process?
If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.
Get to Know Us
At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands includes Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.
Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.
Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents, and ideas to work.
Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close within the first half of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.
You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.
Let’s shape the future of snacking.
Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status
