What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Process & Packaging Engineer (Operations) position at Englewood Lab?
Title: Sr. Process & Packaging Engineer
Reports to: Sr. Manager, Production Operations
Department: Operations
Responsibilities:
Reports to: Sr. Manager, Production Operations
Department: Operations
Responsibilities:
- Manage package development (primary, secondary, and tertiary), process engineering and project management activities to assure timely and cost-effective new product launches, promotions, and maintenance of basic business activities
- Lead component design, material selection and equipment resource. Source, obtain quotes, and negotiate per desired specifications.
- Evaluate submissions with team and management for approval
- Develop and implement packaging development and manufacturing process procedures (new development, improvements, and tests)
- File and Store Data in designated Company Network Drive and/or ERP system
- First time Purchase Order Placement on new products and associated tooling as needed
- Ensure a positive package and product experience and deliver an outstanding in-use experience
- Development and ownership of packaging specification and process manufacturing systems with Quality and Operations
- Responsible for technical specifications, quality standards and component release
- Responsible for fit, form, function, and aesthetics of all current and future primary, secondary, and shipper packaging
- Approve production samples and production drawings. Set range boards
- Work with Product Development and Quality to identify appropriate package performance requirements. Conduct package compatibility, in-use/in-transit ship tests, line trials, and other testing to ensure formula compatibility, a positive consumer use experience, and to meet and exceed regulatory and legal requirements
- Oversee tooling as needed, recommend material and approve drawing specifications
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers
- Assess process and activity gaps and propose plans to mitigate
- Identify and implement new technologies/packaging processes for improved efficiencies and/or cost savings
- Execute appropriate packaging testing, as required (ship testing, compatibility, chemical resistance, Shock and Vibration Package Testing, etc.)
- Create source documents such as cost investigation, package profile (preliminary specifications), tooling/part qualification and final package components specifications
- Drive and lead Line trial execution with or without customers on-site
- Document Line Trial information and results (Product Data, Labor, Equipment, etc.) needed in order to draft Company's Filling and Assembly specifications and Line PMAP
- Communicate status and issues regarding project activity on a continual basis
- Attend and validate Line Trial data with 1st Production run to finalize Filling and Assembly requirements
- Insure timely and accurate completion of Approved F&A's
- Maintain knowledge/awareness of Packaging/Product/Manufacturing innovation and technology advances
- Maintain knowledge/awareness of environmental-related worldwide requirements
- Provide technical support to cross-functional teams and be the go-to tech person for new packaging elements
- Improve and optimize the quality and performance of existing equipment and core products.
- Track packaging quality issues, determine root cause, implement CAPA's and track in-market response
- This position will interface with COO, Directors, R&D, Supply Chain, Project Management, Sales and the vendor community
- BS/BA or MA in Package Engineering (preferred) or equivalent technical degree such as Industrial Design with packaging experience.
- Microsoft Office applications, ASTM D4169, ISTA 3C familiarity,3d Printing, CNC Machining, Solidworks, Visual Mill, Mastercam, Artios Cad, Prototyping and Adobe Illustrator AUTO CAD. ERP SYSTEMS a preferred.
- 5 to 7 years of relevant packaging experience, within Cosmetics or Personal Care categories
- Material science knowledge in plastics, glass, cartons, printing and decoration methods.
- Working knowledge of global packaging regulations and requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills; demonstrated ability to work with diverse cultures and global colleagues.
- Commitment to accuracy, attention to detail and quality of information generated.
- Self-starter with demonstrated efficient work methods, analytical & problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to think both strategically and tactically with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results.
- Ability to manage timelines and prioritize task execution based on business need.
- Problem-solving, solution-driven self-starter.
- Clear and concise written and oral communication skills.
- Quality-focused and with a customer experience mindset.
- Bi-Lingual Korean preferred.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401k match
