Cosmetics Process Improvement Engineer — Lean Six Sigma

Shiseido; East Windsor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,992 - 90,739; Full time

Job summary

Shiseido in East Windsor Township, New Jersey, is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to support the Production team in enhancing operational performance and product quality. You'll drive continuous improvement initiatives across cosmetic production processes, optimizing performance and cost-efficiency.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and has 1-2 years of experience in production operations. A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt is required along with strong project ownership skills.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in Production operation in Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, or Chemicals.
• Basic knowledge of molding processes, resins, and package testing methods.
• Ability to adapt to fast-changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze opportunities for process improvement.
• Review and approve technical engineering processes.
• Drive projects with full ownership and accountability.

Skills

Project ownership

Interpersonal communication

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Knowledge of filling and assembly processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Package Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

3D printing

Job description

WHERE YOU WILL WORK

Without compromising our steadfast commitment to Quality, Safety and Sustainability our manufacturing and packaging facility produces in excess of 70MM units per year. This is a demonstration of our can-do attitude, collaborative spirit, focus on innovation and continuous improvement mindset. Always People First!

WHERE YOU WILL WORK

Without compromising our steadfast commitment to Quality, Safety and Sustainability our manufacturing and packaging facility produces in excess of 70MM units per year. This is a demonstration of our can-do attitude, collaborative spirit, focus on innovation and continuous improvement mindset. Always People First!

Job Summary

The Process Improvement Engineer supports the Production team in the Filling and Assembly process. In this role, you will help drive continuous improvement across industrial operations by developing, implementing, and ensuring conformity of the cosmetic production processes.

This position provides leadership, strategic direction, and improvement initiatives that strengthen operational performance, product quality, and cost efficiency. This may involve optimizing current production processes and technologies or improving packaging components.

This role requires strong project ownership and the ability to coordinate with cross-functional team members to ensure tasks are completed on time. Success in this position also depends on adaptability in fast-changing environments, sound judgment, and a willingness to explore new approaches that enhance the organization’s competitive advantage.

What You Will Do

• You will identify and analyze opportunities in production operation process driving improvement of performance, quality, and cost.
• You will review and approve technical engineering process and drawings for components/assemblies.
• You will perform statistical analysis from testing data to assess specification values.
• You will attend line trials and process validation.
• You will support and perform BOM (Bill of Materials) changes for existing products (new products, artwork updates, material changes, new tertiary pack outs)
• You will drive projects with full ownership and hold accountability on team members to ensure all steps of the timeline are met.
• You will be responsible for initiating and resolving queries from other functions in a timely manner and communicating escalating issues when appropriate
  
  

Who You Are

• You have a bachelor’s degree in Package Engineering or another Engineering discipline (mechanical, material science).
• You have 1-2 years of experience in Production operation in Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals or Consumer Goods companies (preferred).
• You have knowledge of filling and assembly processes and high-speed machines
• You are a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt at minimum
• You have basic knowledge of molding processes, resins, and package testing methods
• You have basic knowledge of CAD software and 3D printing
• You are aware of cross functional and regional impact of decisions
• You can handle multi-task launch projects with limited supervision and support
• You are appreciative of the importance of on-time and quality delivery of projects to business partners
• You can network and work in a team environment
• You have excellent interpersonal communication skills
• You take initiative and drive clarity and resolution
• You can adapt to fast-changing environments
• You can predict, recognize, and define meaningful corrective actions to problems
• You are willing to take risks and consider new approaches to improve the organization’s competitive position.
  
  

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, if applicable. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the area of work or tasks being performed. Required PPE may include, but is not limited to, eye protection, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, or additional protective clothing.

Standing

1/3 to 2/3

Walking

1/3 to 2/3

Sitting

1/3 to 2/3

Use hands to finger, handle or feel

1/3 to 2/3

Reach with hands and arms

Under 1/3

Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl

Not Applicable

Up to 10 pounds

Under 1/3

Up to 25 pounds

Under 1/3

Up to 50 pounds

Under 1/3

If this sounds like you, we want you on our team. Apply today and let's create something beautiful!

Your Dreams. Our Future.

The base pay for this position may vary based on geographic location. Actual base pay offered will be based on several factors including job-specific knowledge, education, skills, and depth of experience. In addition to base pay, we may offer additional forms of compensation as components of a total compensation package, including participation in our bonus program which features the ability to overachieve, in addition to a full range of competitive benefits.

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Salary

$65,992 - $90,739/ year