Asst. Manager - New Packaging Development

Keka Technologies Private Limited; Indore District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Technologies Private Limited in Indore is seeking a Packaging Design and Development lead to shape packaging for new and existing products, ensuring visual appeal and brand alignment. You will collaborate with design, engineering, and marketing teams to create innovative packaging solutions.

You will research materials, select sustainable options, test packaging, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage supplier relationships while driving cost control and optimization to support product

Qualifications

• Proven experience in packaging design and development.
• Knowledge of materials selection and testing.
• Familiarity with food safety, labeling, and transportation regulations.
• Ability to collaborate with design, engineering and marketing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of packaging for new and existing products.
• Ensure packaging is visually appealing, functional, and aligned with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with designers, engineers, and marketing teams to create innovative packaging solutions.
• Research and select appropriate packaging materials based on protection, sustainability, and cost.
• Evaluate packaging materials for durability, shelf life, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct packaging testing to ensure quality standards and product protection.
• Implement quality control measures to prevent defects and ensure consistency.
• Identify opportunities to optimize packaging design and materials to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance sustainability.
• Explore ways to minimize packaging waste and promote environmentally friendly practices.
• Ensure packaging complies with regulations including food safety standards, labeling, and transportation regulations.
• Stay updated on industry regulations and best practices.
• Manage relationships with packaging suppliers and negotiate favorable terms.
• Evaluate supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Monitor packaging costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Implement cost-saving strategies without compromising quality or functionality.

Skills

Packaging design

Brand guidelines

Cross-functional collab

Sustainability

Materials selection

Job description

5-7

Full-Time

Packaging Design and Development:

• Lead the design and development of packaging for new and existing products.
• Ensure that packaging is visually appealing, functional, and aligns with our brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with designers, engineers, and marketing teams to create innovative packaging solutions.

Packaging Materials Selection:

• Research and select appropriate packaging materials based on factors such as product protection, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Evaluate packaging materials for their suitability in terms of durability, shelf life, and compliance with regulations.

Packaging Testing and Quality Control:

• Conduct packaging testing to ensure that it meets quality standards and provides adequate product protection.
• Implement quality control measures to prevent packaging defects and ensure consistency.

Packaging Optimization:

• Identify opportunities to optimize packaging design and materials to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance sustainability.
• Explore ways to minimize packaging waste and promote environmentally friendly practices.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure that packaging complies with all relevant regulations, including food safety standards, labeling requirements, and transportation regulations.
• Stay updated on industry regulations and best practices.
• Manage relationships with packaging suppliers and negotiate favorable terms.
• Evaluate supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of materials.

Cost Control:

• Monitor packaging costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Implement cost-saving strategies without compromising quality or functionality.