Packaging TechnologistHead Office

“Everything about Asda”

We are a values-led organisation. As such we, encourage everyone to be open and honest. We work creatively and collaboratively, valuing everyone's input.

Our collaborative culture, the size of our business and our belief in the empowerment of the individual means opportunities at Asda are abundant.

We conduct £300m worth of transactions every week. Our website handles over 2 million transactions a month. We have more than 145,000 dedicated Asda colleagues ensuring that our customers are at the heart of everything we do.

“Everything you'll love.”

  • Hybrid and flexible working – everyone is looking for that work/life balance and Asda have it on point. Flexible working meaning you work where it works to meet both your needs and the business needs.
  • Discretionary bonus – Rewarding you for your hard work and efforts.
  • Company Pension Scheme matched to a limit – Looking forward to the future.
  • Minimum 24 days annual leave per year plus 8 bank holidays – Making sure you take time for yourself and switch off.
  • 4 weekly pay – which means you get an extra payday a year.
  • Digital GP and Wellbeing sessions – Asda genuinely cares so we create a culture where our people can perform at their best, the physical health and mental wellbeing of all our people is very important to us.
  • Discount off your shopping at Asda and George - with extra discounts running throughout the year – really makes a difference, saving the colleagues an average of £700 a year.
  • Career development and apprenticeship and graduate schemes - we want our colleagues to excel and grow with our business.
  • Free city centre parking – you can also use it outside working hours.

Plus, much more!

“Find your role”

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Packaging Technologist to join the ASDA Brand New Product Development Team. This role is key to enabling the business to develop best in class packaging solutions that meet the needs and expectations of our Customers’.

As a Packaging Technologist, you will be one of a team of go-to Subject Matter Experts. This is a high profile and demanding role, supporting the delivery of high quality, sustainable, innovative and legally compliant packaging solutions that are aligned to our wider business objectives.

You will work closely with other teams within the Own Brand Function as well as a number of external suppliers and partners as a source of knowledge and guidance.

You will:

  • Develop structural packaging formats for New Product Development projects across all business areas as required including Fresh and Ambient Food, Non-Edible Grocery and Foodservice.

  • Develop strong relationships with a wide range of product and packaging suppliers in order to identify and deliver innovative and cost-effective packaging solutions aligned to the ASDA Brand, Customer or Sustainability strategies.

  • Ensure that Packaging Guidelines and Policies are adhered to, ensuring Brand compl iance as well as execution of packaging sustainability targets in line with wider business objectives.

  • Keep in touch with trends and developments in technology, sharing findings with internal teams and building into future NPD plans.

  • Invest time in learning and self-development, maintaining high levels of expertise in Packaging Technology and related subjects.

  • Act as a key point of contact for packaging queries from a wide range of both internal and external stakeholders.

"Let's find out about you.”

  • Do you have an IOP Diploma in Packaging Technology and/or a minimum of 3 years proven packaging development experience within an FMCG business?

  • Are you a highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment?

  • Do you have strong interpersonal and organisation skills, enabling you to work independently, prioritise effectively and deliver to deadlines?

  • Are you able to demonstrate a real passion for packaging?

  • Do you have a good level of awareness of sustainability principles, are you in touch with the latest industry news as well as being able to use your network to seek out innovation opportunities?

  • Do you have a sound knowledge of all print techniques used in the production of Packaging (Flexo, Litho, Gravure, Dry-Offset, Screen, Digital and Letterpress)?

  • Are you a strong communicator who can present recommendations clearly and concisely to decision makers at all levels?

If you can answer 'yes' to the questions above, then we would love to hear from you!

“Find your everything at Asda” - bringing brighter living within everyone's reach.

We are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, representative of the communities we serve, and are creating ways to inspire diverse talent to join Asda.

Work Where it Works

Our hybrid way of working gives you the choice to work where it works. This enables you to chose where you’ll be the most effective. It offers a mix of working from home and in an office environment that works best for you and your team.

You will also get an excellent benefits package including;-

  • Discretionary company bonus
  • Company pension up to 7% matched
  • 10% colleague discount, free parking and many additional rewards.

We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves

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Rewards and Recognition

Benefits you’ll only find here

10% off Asda pet insurance

10% off selected Asda Pharmacy services

10% off Asda Tyres

20% Asda Travel insurance

30% off Asda Mobile bundles

Free remote GP service

Available to you, your partner and your children, 24/7, year round.

Pension

Save for retirement with up to 7% matched contributions from Asda.

Free physiotherapy consultations

Helping you and your partner take care of yourselves with 8 free sessions per year.

Colleague discounts

15% off at our stores year round – get discounts on groceries and George clothes year round, and even special double discount events.

Company car

Choose a brand new electric company car or a cash allowance within certain roles, the choice is yours.

Mortgage advice

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, renewing your mortgage, looking at buy to lets, or simply after some advice in getting a mortgage, get free* unbiased advice through the Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB), one the UKs largest mortgage brokers.

Confidential support helpline

Find free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through a helpline that’s available 24/7, year round.

Cycle to work

Buy a bike through this scheme and save on tax and national insurance.

Financial support

Find financial wellbeing tools and support, including the ability to stream your pay.

Free eye tests

Head to our in store opticians for a free checkup and take care of your vision.

Bonus

Sharing our success with a discretionary bonus scheme that really rewards your contributions.

Cancer support

Guidance and support for you and your family, from before diagnosis, to treatment and beyond.

Paid time off

From holiday to sick leave and other types of leave, such as parental leave.

Mental health support

Access free mental health support for you and your family.

Support and advice with care

If you’re supporting older family or friends with care and support, find free, confidential information, expert support, and guidance about later life care for your loved ones through the Legal & General Care Concierge service.

Hybrid working

Work where it works if you’re in a role that can be done remotely.

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Thinking bigger, looking forwards, and always asking what’s next, Our Head Office teams aren’t afraid to challenge how we think, and embrace fresh perspectives, experiences, and change – all to keep us growing.

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Work where it works

Here at Asda, we think that the best way to work is to do it where it works best. That’s why all of our teams who are able to work from home, work with each other to figure out a pattern that works for you all, and the business needs. So you can get the most out of work, whether that’s at home, the office, or both.

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