I'm María Ramos Navarro, a packaging technologist with over ten years of experience, nine of them in the UK. I lead sustainability goals and drive packaging improvements across European factories, overseeing specs, testing protocols, and production readiness. I manage artwork from designer files through final print proofs and collaborate with suppliers to validate formats and ensure quality control. I'm eager to keep learning and deepen my expertise across printing, materials, and packaging formats. I enjoy collaborating with marketing, design, and supply chain teams to create practical, cost-effective, and sustainable packaging solutions that reinforce brand identity and consumer experience.

María Ramos Navarro

I'm María Ramos Navarro, a packaging technologist with over ten years of experience, nine of them in the UK. I lead sustainability goals and drive packaging improvements across European factories, overseeing specs, testing protocols, and production readiness. I manage artwork from designer files through final print proofs and collaborate with suppliers to validate formats and ensure quality control. I'm eager to keep learning and deepen my expertise across printing, materials, and packaging formats. I enjoy collaborating with marketing, design, and supply chain teams to create practical, cost-effective, and sustainable packaging solutions that reinforce brand identity and consumer experience.

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I’m María Ramos Navarro, a packaging technologist with over ten years of experience, nine of them in the UK. I lead sustainability goals and drive packaging improvements across European factories, overseeing specs, testing protocols, and production readiness. I manage artwork from designer files through final print proofs and collaborate with suppliers to validate formats and ensure quality control.

I’m eager to keep learning and deepen my expertise across printing, materials, and packaging formats. I enjoy collaborating with marketing, design, and supply chain teams to create practical, cost-effective, and sustainable packaging solutions that reinforce brand identity and consumer experience.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Packaging Technologist at Funkin Cocktails
March 1, 2024 - Present
Organizar especificaciones; mejorar protocolos internos para tests, producciones e impresiones; realizar pruebas para el transporte y almacenamiento del producto; visitas a fábricas europeas e inglesas para supervisar controles de calidad, validar formatos y comprobar actualizaciones en sostenibilidad de proveedores; gestión de proyectos desde la investigación y diseño hasta la implementación en producción; gestión de artes, desde el archivo del diseñador hasta la comprobación final del archivo a imprimir; liderar los objetivos de sostenibilidad de la empresa; tasas con respecto al packaging; atender charlas y exhibiciones a nivel Europeo.
Group Packaging Technologist at Little Freddie
March 1, 2024 - October 6, 2025
Gestión de proyectos: desde la investigación y diseño hasta la implementación en producción, cumpliendo plazos y coordinando con proveedores y fabricantes dentro del presupuesto; gestión de artes, desde el archivo del diseñador hasta la comprobación final del archivo a imprimir. Visitas a fábricas siguiendo tests y protocolos para la validación de nuevos formatos. Proyectos de mejora continua organizando equipos y fábricas, con el método Lean 6 Sigma. Liderar a nivel internacional la sostenibilidad de la empresa, gestionar tasas de packaging y participar en charlas y exhibiciones europeas.
Packaging Designer & Developer at Wrapology
July 31, 2019 - October 6, 2025
Creación y desarrollo de conceptos, incluyendo materiales y estructuras. Detallado y preciso control de calidad.
Packaging Developer at Slingshot
August 31, 2016 - October 6, 2025
Creación y desarrollo de conceptos, incluyendo materiales y estructuras. Detallado y preciso control de calidad.
Packaging Developer at Sinequanon S.L.
July 31, 2015 - October 6, 2025
Prácticas; Creación y desarrollo de conceptos, incluyendo materiales y estructuras. Detallado y preciso control de calidad.
Packaging Developer at Antares S.L.
November 30, 2013 - October 6, 2025
Prácticas; Diseño de packaging, desarrollo de conceptos y control de calidad.
Packaging Technologist at Funkin Cocktails
March 1, 2024 - Present
Organizar especificaciones; mejorar protocolos internos para tests, producciones e impresiones; realizar pruebas para el transporte y almacenamiento del producto. Visitas a fábricas europeas e inglesas para supervisar controles de calidad, validar formatos y comprobar actualizaciones en sostenibilidad de proveedores. Gestión de proyectos: desde la investigación y diseño hasta la implementación en producción, coordinando con proveedores y fabricantes dentro del presupuesto; gestión de artes, desde el archivo del diseñador hasta la comprobación final del archivo a imprimir. Liderar los objetivos de sostenibilidad de la empresa; tasas con respecto al packaging; atender charlas y exhibiciones a nivel europeo.
Group Packaging Technologist at Little Freddie
March 1, 2024 - October 6, 2025
Gestión de proyectos, incluyendo análisis, mejoras y control asegurándose que sean funcionales, seguros y cumplan con las normativas y requisitos del mercado. Visitas a fábricas siguiendo tests y protocolos para la validación de nuevos formatos. Proyectos de mejora continua organizando equipos y fábricas, con el método Lean 6 Sigma. Liderar a nivel internacional la sostenibilidad de la empresa, gestionar tasas de packaging y participar en charlas y exhibiciones europeas.
Packaging Designer & Developer at Twelve NYC
January 31, 2022 - October 6, 2025
Desarrollar y diseñar envases innovadores y funcionales, colaborando con marketing y diseño gráfico para reforzar la identidad de la marca y atraer al consumidor. Seleccionar materiales adecuados para el envase que sean eficientes en términos de costes, resistencia, y sostenibilidad. Comprender la marca y las pautas únicas de cada cliente para crear coherencia en los proyectos.
Packaging Developer at Wrapology
July 31, 2019 - October 6, 2025
Creación y desarrollo de conceptos, incluyendo materiales y estructuras. Detallado y preciso control de calidad.
Graphic Designer at Sinequanon S.L.
July 31, 2015 - October 6, 2025
Diseño de visuales para clients como Unilever, Logitech, Granini, etc.
Delineante at Antares S.L.
November 30, 2013 - October 6, 2025
Diseño de herramientas para soldadura de chasis y base metálica de camas/Pikolin, con su creación y modificación de dibujos técnicos para la aplicación en su soldadura.
Packaging Technologist at Funkin Cocktails
March 1, 2024 - Present
Organize specifications; improve internal protocols for tests, production, and printing; conduct tests for transport and storage. Visit European and UK factories to supervise quality controls, validate formats, and verify supplier sustainability updates. Manage projects from research and design to production rollout, coordinating with suppliers and manufacturers within budget; oversee artworks from designer files to final print proof. Activities include leading sustainability objectives, tracking packaging-related metrics, and participating in European talks and exhibitions.
Group Packaging Technologist at Little Freddie
March 1, 2024 - October 6, 2025
Oversee packaging technology across the group; manage project analyses, improvements, and controls to ensure compliance with market regulations and safety standards. Conduct factory visits for testing and protocol validation of new formats; lead continuous improvement projects with Lean Six Sigma across teams and facilities; drive international sustainability initiatives and participate in European talks and exhibitions.
Packaging Specialist at Twelve NYC
January 31, 2022 - October 6, 2025
Packaging specialist with extensive experience in the UK, leading packaging projects across printing, materials, and formats; driving sustainability initiatives and exploring innovative packaging solutions to support brand and product goals.
Packaging Developer at Wrapology
July 31, 2019 - October 6, 2025
Created and developed packaging concepts, including materials and structures; ensured thorough quality control and alignment with project briefs.
Packaging Developer at Slingshot
August 31, 2016 - October 6, 2025
Packaging development work supporting concept creation and material/structure exploration, with emphasis on quality and production readiness.
Graphic Designer at Sinequanon S.L.
July 31, 2015 - October 6, 2025
Graphic design work supporting packaging and branding projects, contributing to visual concepts from concept through to final visuals.
Graphic Designer at Antares S.L.
November 30, 2013 - October 6, 2025
Graphic design work supporting branding and packaging graphics, creating visuals aligned with client briefs.

Education

Máster en diseño de Packaging at Elisava, Barcelona
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Product Design
January 1, 2010 - September 11, 2025
Master's Degree in Packaging Design
September 3, 2014 - July 24, 2015
Máster en Diseño de Packaging
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Grado en Diseño de Producto
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Lean 6 Sigma Yellow Belt
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Certificado en etiquetado en comida y bebida
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Curso en plásticos flexibles; formación e impresión de latas; y pensamiento lateral
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Máster en Diseño de Packaging
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Grado en Diseño de Producto
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Lean 6 Sigma Yellow Belt
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Certificado en etiquetado en comida y bebida
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Curso en plásticos flexibles
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Formación e impresión de latas
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Pensamiento lateral
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Grado en Diseño de Producto
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Food & Beverage Labeling Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Curso en plásticos flexibles; formación e impresión de latas; pensamiento lateral
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Retail, Media & Entertainment
    uniE621 Omorovicza, 12 days Advent Calendar
    productdesign packaging beauty readytoprintfiles Designed their first ever advent calendar with market success.
    uniE621 Clarins, Christmas Packaging
    branding graphicdesigner Full range of packaging for Christmas including selection of materials, sizes, etc.