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Packaging Development/Technology

Sector Manager - Steve@packrecruiter.co.uk

One of our key strengths at Pack Recruiter lies in our longstanding and valued relationships within the Packaging Development & Technology sector. This specialist area has enabled us to broaden our reach beyond just the Packaging & Print Industries, extending into the FMCG and Blue Chip sectors. As a result, we serve as a vital link between Packaging & Print-consuming companies and their suppliers.

Product and packaging development demands in-depth knowledge of the products, packaging materials, and the distribution environment, along with the critical interactions between them. This expertise is gained through rigorous testing, including product durability and packaging assessments, as well as a deep understanding of materials, all aimed at delivering the most effective packaging solutions.

Packaging technologists are playing an increasingly pivotal role across the supply chain. With the industry’s continued evolution, it is no longer just a value-add—it's an expectation for packaging development specialists to work seamlessly alongside their counterparts to proactively address and solve challenges.

If you're a Packaging Technologist, Packaging Development Manager, or Global Packaging Manager/Director and aren't yet connected with us, we'd be thrilled to hear from you. Likewise, if you're looking to fill a Packaging Development/Technology position and need assistance in finding top-tier candidates, we'd be delighted to demonstrate why so many clients choose Pack Recruiter as their go-to partner.

Printed Folded Cartons

The consultants that make up our Carton Packaging Division, began their journey over 25 years ago, earning us the reputation of being one of the most respected recruitment service providers in the Printed Folding Carton manufacturing industry. This long-standing presence in the Carton Packaging sector has given us the opportunity to work with the leading players in the market, and we are proud to have recruited some of the sector’s top talent.

A carton is a type of packaging made from paperboard or corrugated fibreboard. The production process involves folding the paperboard or corrugated fibreboard into cartons that are then printed, laminated, cut, folded, and glued before being shipped to packaging facilities. From food packaging to bottle boxes, Carton Packaging plays a key role in retail.

At Pack Recruiter, we specialise in filling vacancies and recruiting candidates across all markets within Carton Packaging, including Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics, Toiletries, and more.

Corrugated Packaging

Corrugated Packaging is where our main consultants began their career in recruitment, many years ago, and so our network in this sector is very strong, making our team the most knowledgeable recruitment specialists in the corrugated packaging sector. The depth and breadth of our client and candidate database are a testament to the long-standing nature of our service within the industry.

From Conventional Packaging, Heavy Duty Packaging, and Transit Packaging to Shelf Ready Packaging, Point of Sale, and the increasingly important e-commerce packaging, our clients across the UK produce a wide range of corrugated packaging solutions.

Our Corrugated Packaging department covers all aspects, from design and printing to the assembly and creation of corrugated packaging products.

Roles such as Sales Executives, Sales Managers, Production Managers, Gluers, Folders, Cut and Crease Operators, and Packaging Designers are just a few examples of the positions we recruit for within this division.

Pack Recruiter has an exceptional track record of placing some of the most highly regarded professionals in the Corrugated Packaging sector, having worked with many of the industry’s leading manufacturers.

Labels

Our consultants have had a substantial presence in the Printed Labels sector for decades, making it the most established packaging discipline served by Pack Recruiter. Over the past quarter of a century, we have built strong partnerships with the major players in the industry. This long-standing service has enabled us to develop close relationships with some of the finest professionals the Printed Labels market has to offer.

The demand for printed labels spans a wide range of industries, including FMCG, healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture, apparel, and automotive. The integration of digital technology with traditional label printing methods is driving significant changes across all sectors.

Our team of specialised consultants works with some of the biggest names in the Label Packaging Industry, producing a wide variety of labels for leading global brands. These include shrink sleeve labels, self-adhesive labels, wash-off labels, wet glue labels, pressure-sensitive labels, and more.

As expert recruiters within the Printed Labels sector, we cover all roles across Technical, Production, and Sales areas.

Whether you are a Label Sales Specialist, Packaging Artworker, Label Print Press Operator, or hold a more senior position such as Production Manager/Director or Operations Manager/Director, our team is here to help you find your ideal job or the perfect candidate.

Flexible Packaging

As one of the fastest-growing segments in the packaging industry, flexible packaging combines the best qualities of plastic, film, paper, and aluminum foil. This results in a broad range of protective properties while using minimal material.

Whether in the form of a bag, pouch, liner, or overwrap, flexible packaging is defined as any package—or part of a package—whose shape can be easily adjusted.

Flexible packaging is used across consumer, institutional, and industrial applications, offering protection, marketing, and distribution for a wide variety of products.

At the forefront of packaging innovation, flexible packaging enhances the value and marketability of both food and non-food items. It plays a crucial role in ensuring food safety, extending shelf life, providing even heating, offering barrier protection, ensuring ease of use, and enabling re-sealability and printability. As the industry evolves, advancements continue at an unprecedented pace.

Pack Recruiter works with SMEs involved in the production and conversion of single product packaging, as well as globally recognised companies that provide a wide range of packaging products and services from multiple locations.

Point Of Sale

Printed point of sale displays (POS) play a crucial role in creating customer awareness and driving engagement in the retail environment. In the world of print and graphics, it's essential that POS displays are produced to the highest standards to effectively capture the attention of their target audience.

At Pack Recruiter, our POS recruitment specialists have a deep understanding of the technical aspects involved in designing, producing, and installing display graphics, ensuring we help you find exactly what you're looking for.

We partner with some of the key players in the Printed Point of Sale sector, filling roles ranging from structural designers and creative designers to directorship positions.

General Packaging

As part of Pack Recruiter’s ongoing development within the packaging industry, we recognised the importance of targeting additional specialist markets, allowing us to offer a comprehensive service to the entire packaging sector. Our recruitment services extend to Glass Packaging, Metal Packaging, Aerosols, Pallets & Foam Packaging, and more. These areas often overlap with our general packaging department, ensuring we stay connected with all sectors of the packaging industry.

Whether you're seeking a new opportunity or need recruitment support within the General Packaging industry, our dedicated packaging team is here to assist. You will be assigned a consultant who will guide you through every step of the recruitment process.

Paper

At Pack Recruiter, we cover recruitment across the four main segments of paper: Pulp, Recovered Paper, Graphic Paper, and Packaging.

• Pulp is the primary raw material for most types of paper.

• Recovered paper consists of waste or scraps left over from the papermaking process, which can be recycled to create new paper products.

• Graphic paper is the type of paper commonly used for writing, printing, and other graphic applications.

• Packaging paper is used to create various packaging materials for products.

In addition to these four core segments, paper products also encompass items such as paper plates, napkins, paper towels, bath and toilet tissue, and other similar products.

The Paper Packaging sector is experiencing significant growth, driven by the rise in e-commerce activities, expanding market opportunities from the growing middle class in emerging markets, and an increasing demand for hygiene products.

Print

Transactional Mail (TM) serves as a way to confirm transactions, provide an overview of recent activity, and encourage further action from customers. While not primarily used for marketing, it's still crucial for companies to offer a personalised experience to enhance customer relationships. With the use of variable data printing, each piece of transactional mail can be addressed by name, adding that personal touch.

Direct Mail (DM) refers to marketing efforts where businesses send letters, postcards, or other promotional materials to past, current, or potential customers. Direct Mail campaigns may target consumers, businesses, or both.

The Direct Mail industry recently received a boost with the introduction of the new GDPR legislation, which now allows companies to contact consumers by post without the need for explicit consent.

Recognised by major corporations as one of the most effective and profitable ways to reach both new and existing customers, the Direct Mail industry is a significant contributor to our activities.

With a rise in direct and transactional mailing activity, there has been a surge in demand for recruitment within these sectors. Pack Recruiter’s specialised team works with some of the leading organisations in the DM & TM sectors to fill key directorial positions.

Rigid Plastic Containers

Over, almost 25 years ago, shortly after Pack Recruiter’s consultants established themselves within the Paper & Board sector, we began to grow our network within the Rigid Plastic Containers and Closures market. We handle vacancies and connect candidates across all levels of the Plastic Container industry, including Injection Moulding, Blow Moulding, and Thermoforming plastic packaging and closure sectors.

The rigid container sector includes a wide variety of products such as bottles, cans, aerosol containers, jars, and many other forms of plastic packaging used across industries like food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and industrial applications.

Rigid and flexible plastic packaging products represent a significant share of the Containers and Packaging market.

Whether you're a Plastic Packaging Designer, a Sales Executive in Plastic Packaging, or a Sales Manager/Director or Managing Director looking for your next career move—or if you're looking to fill a role within the Plastic Packaging sector—please contact our team. Our consultants are equipped with in-depth expertise in the Rigid Plastic Packaging & Closures industry to assist you.