What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Packaging Engineer position at Michael Page?
- Hybrid role for a growing Personal Care company in NY!
- Salary, bonus, benefits, and career advancement opportunities offered!
My client is a privately held consumer healthcare and personal care company
Job Description
- Lead end‑to‑end packaging development from concept through commercialization, including material selection, component design, validation, and supplier qualification.
- Partner closely with Brand, R&D, Marketing, Regulatory, Operations, and external suppliers to deliver packaging that supports brand equity, product integrity, and consumer safety.
- Serve as technical packaging lead on new product launches, line extensions, and packaging renovations, managing timelines, risks, and deliverables.
- Evaluate and implement packaging innovations focused on sustainability, cost optimization, manufacturability, and supply resilience.
- Develop and execute packaging test plans (performance, transit, stability, compatibility), ensuring compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and cross‑functional partners.
- Own packaging specifications, change control, and documentation, ensuring disciplined execution in a confidential, highly regulated environment.
- Support supplier relationships through technical reviews, audits, and ongoing performance management.
The Successful Applicant
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills with both technical and non technical audiences.
- Strong organizational, problem solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
- Ability to build relationships quickly and demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and urgency.
- Hybrid work environment (Tuesdays & Wednesdays in office)
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and other health benefits
- 401(k) with company match and Profit Sharing
- Health and wellness programs, including gym reimbursement
- Partial lunch subsidies for office based employees
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities
Quote job ref: JN-042026-6989703
Salary : $85,500 - $115,000