R&D Assistant, PLM, Packaging Specification Compliance

Reckitt

R&D packaging compliance assistant improving Reckitt’s material specification portfolio. Analyzing specifications, supporting audits, and coordinating packaging stakeholders for hygiene, health, and nutrition brands.

Posted 9/9/2026full-timeKingston upon Hull • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Packaging Development and Technical Documentation, with a strong focus on Material Science and Project Management. Capable of driving continuous improvement in packaging specifications while collaborating effectively across various teams to meet business needs.

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Packaging Development ExperienceTechnical Documentation SkillsProject Management ExperienceMaterial Science KnowledgeBusiness Strategy Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Packaging Specification ManagementData Quality StandardsProduct Lifecycle ManagementInnovation ProcessesDigital Transformation for R&D

Soft Skills

Ability to Execute Under PressureStrategic Decision-MakingCollaboration and Partnership BuildingConsumer InsightChange Leadership

Industry Keywords

Packaging CommoditiesGeneral Specification TemplatesAudit ProgrammeCross-Regional Specification DataBusiness Acumen

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Transform the packaging material specification portfolio for assigned packaging commodities
Consolidate the packaging material specification portfolio by removing duplicates
Increase cross-site packaging material specifications where applicable
Broaden the range of packaging material specifications where appropriate
Ensure packaging material specifications meet holistic business needs
Maintain and improve data quality standards for the packaging material specification portfolio
Support the audit programme against agreed KPIs
Provide technical analysis of cross-regional specification data
Make recommendations for remediation and continuous improvement opportunities
Follow the packaging material specification management process defined in the new operating model, with guidance from the BPL-PM
Work with Procurement and the Specification Management team to develop the packaging material specification portfolio
Consider packaging materials and associated suppliers guided by Procurement
Collaborate with regulatory, safety, quality, procurement, manufacturing, and R&D Packaging Development teams
Ensure General Specification templates remain fit for purpose

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in Packaging Development
Experience with Technical Documentation and Packaging Specification
Knowledge of Material Science
Project Management experience
Knowledge or skills in Business Strategy
Ability to execute tasks under pressure
Ability to make strategic business decisions
Business acumen and commercial awareness
Objective setting and accountability
Consumer insight and creative direction
R&D and change leadership
Product Lifecycle Management
Business partnership and relationship management
Collaboration and partnership building
Ability to adapt to changes in technological development plans
Ability to challenge the status quo and propose improvements
Knowledge of innovation processes
Knowledge of digital transformation for R&D
Knowledge of quality and manufacturing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Parental benefits
Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health
Life insurance for all employees globally
Other benefits in line with the local market
Global share plans with the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes
Short-term incentives for eligible roles to recognise, appreciate and reward outstanding results
Pay-for-performance compensation philosophy
Inclusive support through four global Employee Resource Groups
Access to the Research and Development Academy for development and career growth