House of Cheatham / Packaging Engineer

SWSCC; Stone Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

House of Cheatham, LLC seeks an experienced Packaging Engineer to design and source packaging materials, evaluate existing designs, and apply cost-saving design-to-cost strategies.

Reporting to the Technical Director and collaborating cross-functionally, this role drives development and cost-savings initiatives, coordinates with Marketing, Procurement, and Operations to select packaging machinery, and supports global packaging options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in packaging science, package engineering, mechanical engineering, plastics processing, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years’ experience in packaging development and operations in FMCG.
• Strong understanding of packaging materials for cosmetics.
• Knowledge of packaging sustainability and global regulations.
• Experience with software such as MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, CAD, R Language, CNC, Artios CAD, App-V, and DCHP.
• Willingness to work in office 4 days per week in Stone Mountain, GA.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Marketing and new Product Development to drive packaging projects for new product introductions and existing package improvements or renovations.
• Develop and source packaging componentry to include folding cartons, displays, corrugated shippers, pressure sensitive labels, flexible tubes, plastic bottles, and closures/sprays.
• Create and maintain packaging specifications database and participate in the approval process to ensure accuracy per sales/retailer requirements.
• Conduct qualified package testing (drop/vibration/compatibility/use/contact/weight loss) to ensure functionality and compliance.
• Compose documentation for BOMs production assembly and component specifications.
• Provide most efficient pallet configurations on new and current SKUs.
• Investigate and execute resolutions with the Quality team on packaging failures from company or external contract manufacturers.
• Stay abreast of developments across appropriate packaging and manufacturing technologies.
• Work with Regulatory to provide direction on globally compliant packaging options and reporting responsibilities.
• Liaise with Marketing, Operations, Sales and Finance (Cost Accountant) on cost savings initiatives.
• Establish a close connection with suppliers and cultivate relationships with all key commodity suppliers.
• Complete all other tasks and projects as requested.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in packaging science/engineering

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

CAD

R Language

Artios CAD

App-V

DCHP

Job description

House of Cheatham, LLC is the creator and manufacturer of multiple brands in the multicultural hair and body care categories. We are committed to inspiring beauty in everyone. Our famous brands, sold in over 40 countries, include award-winning Aunt Jackie's Curls and Coils, Africa's Best/Originals, Hollywood Beauty, Kuza Products and more. The company is comprised of talented professionals with a passion for delivering best-in-class products to consumers.

Summary

We welcome an experienced and diligent Packaging Engineer to contribute to House of Cheatham through the responsibilities listed below. This Packaging Engineer will be responsible for the design and sourcing of required packaging materials, evaluating current packaging designs, and utilizing the “design to cost strategy” technique for both existing and new packaging designs.

Reporting to the Technical Director and collaborating cross-functionally, this team member will play an integral role in development and cost-savings initiatives related to packaging. The Packaging Engineer will coordinate with Marketing, Procurement, and vendors for new and existing projects, and collaborate with Operations to support selection design, and development of the machinery used within specific packaging operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with Marketing and new Product Development to drive packaging projects for new product introductions and existing package improvements or renovations
• Develop and source packaging componentry to include folding cartons, displays, corrugated shippers, pressure sensitive labels, flexible tubes, plastic bottles, and closures/sprays
• Create and maintain packaging specifications database and participate in the approval process to ensure accuracy per sales/retailer requirements
• Conduct qualified package testing (drop/vibration/compatibility/use/contact/weight loss) to ensure functionality and compliance
• Compose documentation for BOMs production assembly and component specifications.
• Provide most efficient pallet configurations on new and current SKUs
• Investigate and execute resolutions with the Quality team on packaging failures from company or external contract manufacturers
• Stay abreast of developments across appropriate packaging and manufacturing technologies
• Work with Regulatory to provide direction on globally compliant packaging options and reporting responsibilities
• Liaise with Marketing, Operations, Sales and Finance (Cost Accountant) on cost savings initiatives
• Establish a close connection with suppliers and cultivate relationships with all key commodity suppliers
• Complete all other tasks and projects as requested

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in packaging science, package engineering, mechanical engineering, plastics processing, or equivalent experience
• 4+ years’ experience in Packaging Development and Operations, preferably in fast-moving consumer goods
• Strong understanding of packaging materials for cosmetics, e.g. plastic bottles, jars, closures, tubes, lids & various types of seals, processes and limitations
• Knowledge of packaging sustainability and global regulations
• Experience with software such as MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, CAD, R Language, CNC, Artios CAD, App-V, and DCHP
• Willingness to work in office 4 days per week in Stone Mountain, GA

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift a minimum of 20lbs
• Must be able to bend and the knees and waist
• Must be able to sit and stand for various periods of time