Technical Associate - Paper and Packaging Manufacturing

About the role

IKTAR supports entrepreneurs and companies with feasibility studies, manufacturing setups and operational improvements. As its advisory work in the packaging sector grows, it is building a panel of experienced industry professionals to join project teams as Technical Associates on a part-time, assignment basis. The work is mostly remote, with occasional site visits and client meetings in Pakistan.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate machinery options and production lines (manual, semi-automatic and fully automatic)
• Identify local and international machinery suppliers and prepare technical requests for quotation
• Review process flows, capacities, wastage, power and manpower requirements
• Advise on raw materials, sourcing and consumption
• Review factory layouts, quality systems and compliance requirements
• Review and sign off the technical sections of feasibility studies and project reports

Required profile

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in paper and board converting or packaging manufacturing, such as paper cups and plates, folding cartons, corrugated boxes, paper bags or flexible packaging
• Clear, structured communication in English and Urdu
• Immediate availability is preferred, as new assignments start soon

Required skills

• Practical knowledge of forming, die cutting, printing, laminating and gluing machinery
• Familiarity with Chinese, European or local machinery suppliers is a strong plus
• Understanding of quality and food-contact packaging standards

The engagement is paid by a fixed professional fee per assignment under a confidentiality agreement. Applications are made by sending a CV and a short note on the production lines worked on; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.