Packaging Development Specialist

Position Summary

The Packaging Specialist (Associate) at Chemical Guys supports the execution and development of packaging solutions across new and existing products. This role plays a critical part in ensuring packaging meets brand standards, operational requirements, and customer expectations across retail, e-commerce, and international channels.

Working cross-functionally with Product Development, Sourcing, Planning, Manufacturing, and Sales, this role helps bring products from concept to launch by managing packaging specifications, item setup, and system accuracy. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, execution-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

Packaging Execution & Development

• Support packaging development for new and existing products (Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary)
• Ensure packaging aligns with brand standards, functional requirements, and customer expectations
• Identify and support creative packaging solutions that meet performance and cost objectives

Specifications & Systems Management

• Determine product, case pack, and pallet specifications (weights and dimensions)
• Build and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for individual products and multi-product bundles
• Manage new item setup from initiation through completion, ensuring system accuracy across platforms
• Maintain and update packaging specifications and master data as needed

Project Coordination

• Partner with cross-functional teams (Creative, Operation, Sales) to support successful product launches
• Manage timelines and deliverables to meet project and business needs
• Coordinate packaging samples and review creative assets for accuracy

Merchandising & Display Support

• Support development and execution of merchandising initiatives, including end caps and off-shelf displays
• Ensure packaging and display solutions meet retail and operational requirements

Testing & Quality Support

• Coordinate transit testing to validate packaging performance and integrity
• Support packaging quality standards and continuous improvement efforts
• Standardize and formalize testing procedures related to testing of packaging and work with the testing team to ensure products are properly tested prior to launch

Supplier & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with external suppliers and internal teams to ensure feasibility, accuracy, and readiness for production
• Provide clear communication and updates on project status across departments

Team & Operational Support

• Support the Packaging Manager and Product team with day-to-day responsibilities and project execution
• Contribute to a collaborative, solution-oriented team environment
• Support projects on an as-needed basis related to but not always in scope to a packaging function

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in packaging, preferably within consumer goods, automotive, or personal care industries
• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Design, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
• Foundational understanding of packaging materials, specifications, and testing methods
• Experience with merchandising or retail display packaging is a plus
• Familiarity with BOM creation, item setup, and data management systems preferred

Key Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective cross-functional communication and collaboration
• Proactive, hands-on approach with a strong sense of ownership
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and tools

Location: Torrance, CA - fully onsite

Department: Product

Reports to: Packaging Manager

Job Type: FT

Compensation: $31.25 - 33.65/hr,

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, voluntary Life and Disability insurance, FSA, PTO 5 sick days, 9 holidays 1 floating holiday & employee discount.