Packaging Development Specialist

Executive Packaging :

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of new packaging designs for cosmetic products, from concept through production.
• Support the packaging team in sourcing, sampling, and evaluating primary (jars, bottles, tubes, compacts) and secondary (cartons, shippers) packaging components.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Marketing, R&D, Quality, Artwork design, NPD) and external vendors to ensure packaging meets brand standards, functional requirements, and budget targets.
• Help execute compatibility and stability testing of formulas with packaging materials.
• Prepare and maintain technical packaging specifications, deadlines, BOMs, and drawings.
• Participate in line trials, packaging validations, and quality inspections at manufacturing sites.
• Track packaging samples, manage library organization, and assist in maintaining packaging databases.
• Stay updated on industry packaging trends, innovations, and sustainable material options.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree/Post graduate diploma (full time) in Packaging Science.
• Internship or co-op experience in packaging or manufacturing is a plus.
• Strong understanding of packaging materials (plastics, paperboard, corrugate, etc.) and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., ArtiosCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail.