Packaging/Deployment Engineer

Description

We are looking for a skilled Packaging/Deployment Engineer to join our team in White Plains, New York. In this role, you will lead the design, development, and execution of complex packaging projects, ensuring innovative, functional, and aesthetically pleasing solutions meet consumer needs and business objectives. This position requires collaboration across multiple departments and external partners to deliver high-quality packaging that adheres to industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:
Design and develop technical packaging solutions for complex projects, ensuring alignment with category objectives and trade deadlines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate packaging work plans into broader project timelines and business goals.
Communicate project priorities, provide updates, and issue detailed status reports to stakeholders.
Lead discussions in team meetings, addressing technical challenges and offering insights to ensure project success.
Conduct systematic analyses to identify and present packaging solutions that meet consumer requirements and functional parameters.
Engineer, test, and modify packaging components to align with cost, manufacturing, and shipping standards.
Oversee the testing and qualification of new packaging designs, working closely with suppliers on prototypes and production tooling.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards throughout the development process.
Manage relationships with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and global counterparts to ensure timely delivery of functional specifications.
Stay informed on industry trends and emerging packaging technologies to drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Packaging, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
5-8 years of experience in package development, preferably within the consumer products industry.
Solid understanding of packaging components, materials, and processes such as paperboard, plastics, films, aerosols, closures, and laminations.
Proven experience collaborating with packaging component vendors and managing supplier relationships.
Familiarity with standard test methods, including ASTM standards and GMP protocols.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards for packaging.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to conduct systematic analyses to identify effective solutions.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 10-20% per month, including overnight trips.

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