Engineer III, Production Technical

Shiseido; East Windsor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 88,592 - 121,814; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401K with 6% Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Shiseido in East Windsor Township is looking for an Engineer III, Production Technical to enhance production processes. This role entails collaborating with teams to design and implement filling and assembly processes, ensuring quality and efficiency in operations.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's in engineering with over 5 years of experience specifically in production operations. The position offers a rich benefits package, including health insurance, 401K match, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Production operation in Cosmetics or Consumer Goods companies.
• Hands-on experience sourcing and purchasing manufacturing equipment.
• General knowledge of plant quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Packaging and R&D teams to design processes.
• Prepare proposals for equipment modifications and investments.
• Create production labor standards for new products.

Skills

Knowledge of filling and assembly processes

Leadership skills

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Experience with lipstick technology

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or operations management

Tools

Word

Excel

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

SAP

Job description

Join the dynamic and diverse team at Shiseido Americas, a subsidiary of the world-renowned Shiseido Company Limited. Be a part of a portfolio of prestige beauty brands which includes Clé de Peau Beauté, Drunk Elephant, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, NARS, SHISEIDO and several prestige fragrance brands including Issey Miyake, Narciso Rodriguez and Tory Burch. At Shiseido Americas we value and celebrate human diversity, with a rich tapestry of employees from all backgrounds and experiences.

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 Engineer III, Production Technical is responsible for managing projects to improve production processes using machines and technology or through improved methods. This position is part of the new products and processes development team, responsible for establishing the filling and assembly process requirements from development through production validation.

What You Will Do

• You will collaborate closely with Packaging and Research & Development teams to develop and design the filling and assembly process.
• You will study the existing equipment and processes with continuous improvement focus and prepare proposals for modification and investment to achieve it. This study includes the review of new and existing products and identification of necessary equipment and change parts for all.
• You will create production labor standards for all new products.
• You will be responsible for planning and performing product testing and validation on the factory floor in collaboration with the operations and maintenance teams.
• You will be responsible for executing report of line trial and validation.
• You will lead in identification of risks, development of mitigation strategies and/or alternative solutions and resolution of issues in collaboration with cross functional teams.
• You will create complete, detailed SOP (Compliance - Filling and Assembly Specification) and lead in supporting the operational training of all stakeholders.

Who You Are

• You have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, or industrial management.
• You have 5+ years of experience in Production operation in Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals or Consumer Goods companies.
• You have knowledge of filling and assembly processes and high-speed machines.
• You can interpret process documentation and develop full-scale processes.
• You understand GMP manufacturing.
• You have packaging experience.
• You have experience with lipstick technology (preferred).
• You have hands‑on experience sourcing and purchasing manufacturing equipment & FAT/SAT (preferred).
• You have demonstrated team and individual leadership skills such as decision making, goal setting, problem solving, negotiating, analytical and team building skills promoting positive attitudes and achievements.
• You can work in an agile, dynamic, team‑oriented environment meeting mission‑critical requirements and making decisions.
• You demonstrate excellence in communication skills for negotiating, presenting, and resolving complex issues.
• You are a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt at minimum.
• You have experience leading Kaizen events.
• You have experience with TPM Management System (Total Productivity Management).
• You have a general knowledge of plant quality systems including quality control, non‑conformances, preventative maintenance, calibration, document, and data control processes.
• You are experienced in leading or supporting capital projects and line qualifications.
• You are proficient in Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project and SAP.

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

What We Can Offer You

At Shiseido Americas, our pride extends beyond our rich legacy to our passionate and talented team that brings it to life every day. We recognize that without our people, innovation would not be possible. That’s why we go above and beyond with our comprehensive benefits program to recognize our employees. With an array of options designed to give our employees peace of mind, our perks & benefits program is more than just a perk – it’s an investment in our people’s futures. Whether you’re looking for comprehensive health coverage, retirement savings, or paid time off, our benefits have you covered! Check out a list of our Benefits and Perks offerings:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Days
• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with 6% Company Match
• Talent Development & Learning Programs
• Internal & International Mobility
• Product Discounts & Annual Gratis
• Employee Led Affinity Groups
• Tuition Reimbursement

Shiseido is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by Federal, State or Local law.

Salary

$88,592 - $121,814/ year