Packaging Engineer

PACKAGING ENGINEER

HUNT VALLEY, MD

COTY is looking for smart leaders who are fast and passionate! We challenge convention through invention, expanding our horizons to enrich your reality with possibility. We build brands to inspire and enable our consumers to experience the confidence and joy of expressing their beauty, their way.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As our Packaging Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing packaging components for brands like Covergirl, Rimmel, and Sally Hansen. This includes primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging. It requires understanding multiple packaging materials and configurations. It also requires the ability to manage and execute multiple projects at once. This position has the responsibility of working closely with cross functional team members to develop and launch new product/packaging solutions into the market in addition to cost saving initiatives and continuous improvement opportunities.

Your main focus:

Execute multiple packaging projects related to business continuity, innovation, cost savings, sustainability, continuous quality improvements, etc.

Plan and execute line trials in filling/packing, including coordination with external plant resources, and delivering on required documentation.

Collaborate with R&D Packaging resources to assure products are developed to Hunt Valley fill/pack production line capabilities.

Support discussion in cross functional team meetings; communicate technical issues, specifications, and solutions.

Lead the update of phasing in and out of new component specifications while working with multiple functions to minimize downtime and cost.

Understand the relationship between the package, product, and production process to effectively develop packaging solutions that sell and protect the product, while maintaining an efficient, cost-effective selling unit.

Preserve and own the close relationships with component vendors to allow seamless packaging development and quick rectification of any material issues.

Lead vendor-directed projects, with support from Line Manager, that work to resolve material issues that cause major, repeated disruptions to production performance.

Report on root cause analysis and final issue resolution outcome to Management and Production teams.

Support to identify solutions for urgent and unplanned projects that arise at any given time.

Maintain project tracking with estimated completion timing and up-to-date statuses.

Manage the release to production or supplier return of blocked for use materials.

Execute and report on various packaging tests to validate component performance.

Document team processes through guidelines, process maps, SOPs, etc.

Support with other tasks as needed.

Working for Coty means our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing innovative concepts to life. If you're someone unwilling to settle, likes to envision larger possibilities, accelerate learning, and push boundaries - we'd love to hear from you! Working at Coty means being part of an inclusive workplace committed to diversity and equity, valuing diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Your ideas will count, fostering a career where you can achieve more than you ever imagined.

QUALIFICATIONS

We'd love to see candidates who have:

Essential:

Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Engineering or related field preferred.

2+ years of working experience preferred.

Proficient skills in Microsoft Office and SAP.

Knowledge in packaging materials and specifications including primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging.

Proficiency in all systems used for packaging documentation: technical drawings, material specifications, bill of materials (BOM), and distribution specifications.

Effective project management skills to initiate change, manage time, prioritize, and communicate ongoing statuses to appropriate stakeholders.

Ability to write and execute an implementation plan on a project using sound technical methodology.

Shows a strong sense of individual accountability.

Capable in presenting technical data and project status updates.

Action-orientated, pragmatic, with good problem-solving skills.

Proactive change champion through an encouraging, creative, perseverant attitude.

Understands the cost and performance drivers of various packaging materials.

Knowledge in packaging testing methods including transit, compatibility, material performance, etc.

Maintains a positive / respectful / team player attitude.

OUR BENEFITS

This is unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You'll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.

Featured Benefits:

Health, dental, vision and disability insurance; 401(k) with generous employer match; paid time off and Summer Fridays; Parental leave; Tuition reimbursement. *Benefits and compensation program descriptions are general in nature and may be subject to change; specific benefits eligibility and details will be provided in offer materials.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Our recruiter will contact you.

A telephone/online introductory meeting follows.

A first online/in-person interview

A second interview

You will receive a proposal with the terms of employment.

ABOUT COTY

Coty is one of the world's largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care. At Coty, we celebrate the entire human kaleidoscope and cultivate a culture of fearless kindness.

Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you're the kind of person who refuses to settle, if you want to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible - we'd love to hear from you.

Coty is deeply committed to Changing the Conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in an effort to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self. Join us in making over the world of beauty!

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Coty complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact cotyjobsUS@cotyinc.com . We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

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Country/Region: US

City: Hunt Valley

Nearest Major Market: Baltimore