TRAFFIC North West

Junior/Trainee Packaging Technologist - North West - £23-25k Basic + benefits

Harrison Scott Associates

Job Description

Junior/Trainee Packaging Technologist

Leading the way in print, innovation and packaging technology, we require a person to join our Own Label team as a (Junior/trainee) Packaging Technologist. This role involves interaction with all product buying areas, packaging and product suppliers and involves travel including Europe. This job will help support product launches by specifying materials, suppliers and obtaining all sizes so design and artwork can be produced. We will support you in your qualification as a Packaging Technologist if required so you can advance in the team.

Responsibilities:

  • Interact with various product buying areas, packaging, and product suppliers.
  • Travel regularly, including to Europe.
  • Support product launches by specifying materials, suppliers, and obtaining all required sizes for design and artwork.
  • Plan and manage projects efficiently.
  • Take part in training to become a fully qualified Packaging Technologist.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Excellent interpersonal communication at all business levels.
  • Hands-on, deliberate, articulate, organized, and punctual.
  • Strong planning and project management ability.
  • Drive and willingness to learn; prior experience in artwork or packaging is beneficial but not essential.

This position has now been filled.

To maintain equal employment opportunity, this offer is open to all qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, or disability.

About This Role

Career insights for Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders positions

Salary Benchmark
R16,588/month
R11,245 to R25,874/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Operations Monitoring Monitoring Active Listening Coordination Operation and Control
Common Technologies
Microsoft Outlook 365 Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint 365 Microsoft Excel 365 DYMO Connect

Job Overview

Date Posted
02 Apr 2026
Location
North West, South Africa

Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R16,588/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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