A Packaging Engineer is needed in the Clark, NJ (hybrid) area for one of the world's largest cosmetics company, with activities spanning skin care, sun protection, make-up, perfume, hair care and hair color. This position will develop and manage project timelines, identifying the key tasks and milestones and minimizing areas of risk to ensure on-time launches in compliance with the company Quality system.
location: Clark, New Jersey
job type: Contract
salary: $50.19 - 59.22 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Develop and manage project timelines, identifying the key tasks and milestones and minimizing areas of risk to ensure on-time launches in compliance with the company Quality system.
- Engage Operations and cross functional stakeholder participation and ownership for transversal projects.
- Lead project review meetings and drive resolution of roadblocks impacting projects.
- Develop and maintain a professional knowledge of new or emerging trends within the PD discipline.
- Drive risk assessment with cross-functional partners within Operations and Research and Innovation (R&I) to create and track mitigation plans and secure approval of sound, technical backup options to maintain project timelines.
- Partner with Marketing, Operations and R&I on harmonization, profitability and sustainability initiatives.
- Manage plant transfers as requested.
- Technical packaging experience is a plus.
- Must be collaborative and able to create strong relationships with all cross-functional teams.
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills to be able to influence effectively with all levels of our organization internally and externally.
- Team-oriented with the ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams.
- strong organizational skills to manage documentation, materials, and information for each project.
- Continuously develop and stay updated on new trends and technologies.
- Ability to assume a leadership role in the Brand Development team and special projects as needed.
- Experience developing products for global markets preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365.
- Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Operations or a related technical discipline is required.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in package/product development and project management, preferably in cosmetics, consumer goods, or related field is required.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
