Engineer I, Packaging

Shiseido • East Windsor, NJ

104d

About The Position

The Engineer I in Packaging will play a key role in the Drunk Elephant Package Engineering department to support new product launches and product line maintenance across assigned brand(s), from design brief to production execution and consumer complaints management. Will be part of the launch team to lead the Packaging efforts and ensure all the technical aspects from BOM creation, drawing approval, package testing, line trials, artwork validation and Packaging data creation are conforming to Shiseido Quality process. The individual will be required to own projects and solicit other team members to ensure the required Packaging tasks are performed in a timely manner. The engineer must have the ability to adapt to fast-changing environments.

Requirements

• BS degree in Package Engineering or another Engineering discipline (mechanical, material science).
• Approximately 0-3 years of relevant packaging and beauty-industry experience.
• Basic knowledge of molding processes, resins and package testing methods.
• Basic knowledge with CAD software and 3D printing.
• Analytical, financial and organization skills required.
• PC literate and competent with Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel).
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (verbal, written).
• Ability to read and understand a 2D and 3D technical drawing.

Nice To Haves

• PE certification is recommended.
• Experience in the beauty industry.
• Familiarity with the total Product Development process.

Responsibilities

• Perform BOM (Bill of Materials) creation/changes for new/existing products.
• Request and create item codes to allow MDM team to enter item setup into SAP.
• Manage Pack standards from suppliers, review/approve/distribute to Quality teams.
• Utilize CAPE Pallet software to provide optimal packer/shipper sizing options.
• Manage Artwork changes by providing new codes, BOM updates, facilitating mechanical routing.
• Handle multi-task launch projects with limited supervision.
• Create and/or revise new component specifications to suppliers.
• Review and approve technical engineering drawings for components/assemblies.
• Conduct transportation testing in Packaging lab as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Days
• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with 6% Company Match
• Talent Development & Learning Programs
• Internal & International Mobility
• Product Discounts & Annual Gratis
• Employee Led Affinity Groups
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees