Packaging Engineer / Packaging Analyst

Packaging Engineer / Packaging Analyst
Location: Gaydon / Wellesbourne
Contract: Temporary (Ongoing)
Hours: 39 hours per week

Mon-Thurs: 07:00-16:00
Fri: 07:30-12:00
About Aston Martin
For over 110 years, Aston Martin has produced some of the world's most luxury, high-performance vehicles. Join a globally recognised leader in premium automotive manufacturing and be part of an innovative supply chain and logistics operation.

Manpower is proud to partner with Aston Martin to recruit a Packaging Engineer / Packaging Analyst to support critical packaging and logistics engineering activities.

Role Overview
This role focuses on the development, optimisation, and management of packaging solutions, including returnable packaging, container loops, and logistics infrastructure. You'll drive cost reduction, efficiency improvements, sustainability, and operational performance across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and improve packaging processes, returnable containers, pallets, bogeys, and delivery frames
Analyse packaging fleet utilisation, losses, damage rates, and repair trends to identify improvements
Build cost models and business cases for new packaging solutions and continuous improvement initiatives
Support new packaging launches, engineering changes, and project delivery (timelines, milestones, reporting)
Maintain and manage packaging data sets including asset tracking, costs, supplier performance, and waste metrics
Produce KPI dashboards and reports covering availability, cost, turnaround times, and supplier performance
Support budget planning, forecasting, PO management, and invoice reconciliation
Work closely with suppliers, pallet manufacturers, and logistics providers (3PL/LLP) to ensure compliance and performance
Monitor supplier and contract performance, supporting monthly reviews and service level agreements (SLAs)
Assist with health & safety, risk assessments, and packaging design approvals
Drive sustainability initiatives, waste reduction, and environmental compliance
Develop analytical tools, dashboards, and simulation models for planning and forecasting
Support new model programmes (NPI), engineering changes, and MP&L activities
Key Skills & Experience

Experience in packaging engineering, logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing analysis
Strong analytical capability with proficiency in:
Excel (advanced), Power BI, databases
Data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation
Knowledge of returnable packaging systems, container loops, and material handling
Experience in supplier management, contract performance, and KPI tracking
Strong understanding of lean principles, continuous improvement, and cost reduction
Experience supporting projects, change management, and cross-functional teams
Awareness of budget control, forecasting, and financial analysis
Understanding of health & safety, environmental compliance, and sustainability
Key Behaviours

Analytical, detail-oriented, and data-driven
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset
Able to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Additional Requirements

Full, valid UK driving licence (travel between sites required)
Commitment to health & safety and operational excellence
Apply Now
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