✨ About The Role
- The Senior Packaging Engineer will be responsible for custom packaging development across Dr. Squatch's portfolio of natural personal care products.
- This role involves designing and engineering innovative packaging solutions that enhance product functionality and maximize user experience while focusing on sustainability.
- The engineer will conduct material and structural analysis to ensure packaging performance and cost-effectiveness.
- Collaboration with external vendors is crucial to ensure that package designs can be effectively produced at scale.
- The role includes managing project timelines, budgets, and resources to meet business objectives effectively.
- The engineer will oversee the execution of packaging tests and simulations to validate designs and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Mentorship of junior packaging engineers and cross-functional partners will be a key responsibility.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of proven experience in physical packaging development, particularly in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector, with a preference for personal care products.
- A bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Design, Industrial Design, or a related field is required, with a master's degree being a plus.
- Strong knowledge of packaging materials, technologies, and sustainability practices is essential for success in this role.
- The candidate should possess excellent problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail, ensuring high-quality packaging solutions.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are necessary to effectively present technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
- The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving work environment and demonstrate a proactive approach to challenges.
- A genuine interest in health and wellness, personal care, and eCommerce industries will align well with the company's mission and values.