Packaging Engineer

The innovative Technical Packaging Engineer joins a dynamic, constantly evolving ‘One Stop Beauty Shop’ beauty care company. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing packaging solutions for our diverse range of beauty and personal care products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our packaging is not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional, sustainable, and compliant with industry regulations. This is a crucial role in creating packaging solutions that not only protect and preserve our products but also enhance the overall consumer experience. The ideal candidate needs to be passionate about combining technical expertise with creativity to develop innovative, sustainable packaging for the beauty industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design & develop innovative packaging solutions for cosmetic products, considering functionality, aesthetics, & sustainability.

• Collaborate with product development design & marketing teams to create packaging that aligns with brand identity & client product requirements.

• Conduct material analysis & testing to ensure packaging integrity & product compatibility.

• Optimize packaging designs for cost-effectiveness & manufacturability.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements & industry standards for cosmetic/beauty packaging.

• Manage packaging projects from concept to production, including timelines & budgets.

• Evaluate & implement new packaging technologies & sustainable materials.

• Troubleshoot packaging-related issues in production & provide technical support.

• Create & maintain detailed technical documentation for packaging specifications.

• Work with suppliers to source materials & components that meet quality & sustainability standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field; Master's Degree preferred

• Proven experience in packaging engineering, preferably in the cosmetics or personal care industry

• Strong knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, & testing methods

• Familiarity with CAD software & 3D modeling tools for packaging design

• 5+ years of experience in packaging design & development

Key Competencies:

• Packaging design & engineering principles

• Understanding of sustainability principles & eco-friendly packaging solutions

• Excellent problem-solving & analytical skills

• Strong project management & communication abilities

• Knowledge of quality control processes

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for cosmetic packaging (e.g., FDA, EU regulations)

• Material science & sustainability

• CAD & 3D modeling software

• Project management

• Innovation & creativity

• Technical writing & documentation

• Quality control & regulatory compliance

Desired Skills:

• Experience with sustainable packaging initiatives & circular economy principles.

• Knowledge of smart packaging technologies

• Familiarity with packaging automation & filling equipment

• Understanding of consumer trends & market dynamics in the beauty industry

• Excellent communication, negotiation & presentation skills

• Soft skills: mindful of how to manage/navigate with different cultures, empathic, leadership skills, team player, curious, has a growth mindset, is transparent & adaptable.

• Fluent in English, an extra language a nice to have.