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The Project Manager is a key member of Fusion’s US Product Design & Development team. This role is responsible for managing Custom driven & Fusion driven packaging development by overseeing the design and engineering phase as well as the tool development phase of their assigned projects providing detailed management and involvement from project conception to product launch.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing and organizing all timing, milestones, technical information, and project documentation to ensure flawless execution, as well as communicating with both the US-based development and Engineering teams and with MX- based Packaging Engineering and Operations personnel. The overall success of the role will be measured by ensuring that a package meets or exceeds expectations from a cost, timing, performance, and specification standpoint. This position will also be part of managing the sourcing projects.

The Project Manager will report to the Senior Director of Product Line and Program Management, Packaging in the Product Design and Development Department.

• Coordinate and manage custom and Fusion packaging development projects from inception to marketing launch. This will include proper mold cost and unit cost requests; Drawing/Die line/Spec/FMEA requests; Mold validation and verification management; Timeline management, and sample requests.
• Establish timelines for new product launches and ensure projects are completed in a timely manner; Ensure each step of the agreed timeline is being committed to and completed by individual project contributors.
• Lead project kickoff meetings and ensure all appropriate documents are prepared in a timely manner.
• Work with designers and Engineering staff to ensure aesthetics, quality, and functional expectations are met. Interact with key project stakeholders to ensure clear communication throughout the project.
• Anticipate potential issues that may occur and communicate with the proper departments to create an appropriate corrective action plan; Offer recommendations and provide solutions to any design and engineering challenges that may arise when spec cannot be met; Manage and assist in the resolution of any project scope changes.
• Maintain updated and detailed project documentation in the Salesforce system including drawings, die lines, MOF, specifications, and project completion reports.
• Manage and prioritize a list of testing/tasks/activities openly and transparently: to manage expectations, reduce risks, and optimize workflow.
• Identify process improvements that will result in simplified steps and efficiency gains for the company.
• Lead or participate in other assigned sourcing projects.

• Ability to handle multiple projects with different scopes and requirements at the same time.
• Ability to manage projects from inception to launch in quality and on time.
• Thoroughly learn the project management process and the company’s packages
• Communicate effectively both verbally and written and stand as an example of proper communication to the team.
• Maintain a solid understanding, appreciation, and balance for both creative expression and commercial reality.

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, packaging, engineering, or associated fields from an accredited college or university preferred.
• The beauty/Cosmetic industry experience is strongly preferred.
• 3-4 years in a technical packaging support position in cosmetics, beauty packaging, or a related CPG environment
• Experience working on a PC using Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience with timeline software and Salesforce is desired but not required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a must.
• Domestic travel is less than 5%.

The work environment and physical demands represent those employees encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in an office setting is usually quiet to moderate.

The employee is frequently required to be in a stationary position, regularly use the computer keyboard and mouse, and will view the computer monitor frequently. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with their hands. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move over 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential job functions.

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.