Senior Manager, Packaging

Luxury Brand Partners; Culver City (CA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Summer Fridays

Annual discretionary bonus

Technology allowance

Job summary

ONE/SIZE is a prestige cosmetic brand built by Luxury Brand Partners, seeking a Senior Manager of Technical Packaging Development. You will serve as the hands-on technical authority for packaging components, driving engineering, qualification, and commercialization from concept to shelf.

You will partner with Product Development, Formulation, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations, reporting to the Director of Packaging.

Qualifications

• Education: Engineering degree with relevant packaging focus.
• 8+ years in technical packaging development or commercialization.
• Strong mechanical design, tolerancing, and manufacturing process knowledge.
• Hands-on experience with cosmetic packaging systems and validation testing.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional programs with data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Own packaging development from concept to production and translate ideas into manufacturable specs.
• Evaluate designs for structural integrity, material choices, assembly, and usability.
• Review supplier CAD models, drawings, and tooling proposals; flag engineering risks.
• Establish testing protocols for fit, dispense, closure, leakage, and durability.
• Provide on-site support during filling trials and initial production runs.

Skills

Packaging engineering

Mechanical design

Root-cause analysis

Cosmetic packaging knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering

Job description

Salary Range: $125,000.00 To $135,000.00 Annually

SENIOR MANAGER, TECHNICAL PACKAGING DEVELOPMENT (Hybrid)

About ONE/SIZE

ONE/SIZE is a prestige cosmetic brand founded by Luxury Brand Partners & Patrick Starrr and built on one ownable promise: makeup that lasts all day. Our hero product, the On ’Til Dawn setting spray, is one of the best-selling makeup products in the United States.

We are also one of the fastest-growing prestige brands in the world right now, live in Sephora and Kohls across North America, continental Europe, the UK, Southeast Asia and the Middle East, in Boots UK, on TikTok Shop and direct-to-consumer, with international growing at triple-digit rates.

That growth is exactly why this role exists. We are building the global planning function from the ground up, and this is the leader who will build it.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and talented Senior Manager of Technical Packaging Development to join our team. Serving as the hands‑on technical authority for packaging components and systems, the Senior Packaging Manager drives the engineering, qualification, and commercialization of primary and secondary packaging across the product portfolio. This role bridges creative concepts and mass production to ensure uncompromising technical integrity, quality, and manufacturability from concept to shelf.

As a member of the Packaging team, you will collaborate with Product Development, Formulation, Quality, Regulatory, Operations, and report directly to the Director of Packaging.

HYBRID: This role is classified as exempt from the Fair Labor Standard Act’s overtime requirement and is open to candidates based in LA. While the position is primarily remote, it follows a hybrid 2 day per week schedule requiring occasional in‑person work at Culver City, CA 90230. You must be able to work core Pacific hours. A reliable internet connection and a dedicated workspace free from significant distractions are essential for remote work. Approximately 5% travel is expected, to key retail partners and to international markets. This position is classified as exempt from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

What You’ll Do:

Essential Job Functions

• Own technical development from concept to production, translating creative intent into manufacturable engineering specifications.
• Evaluate designs for structural integrity, dimensional feasibility, material selection, assembly, and consumer usability.
• Review supplier CAD models, technical drawings, dimensional stack-ups, and tooling proposals; proactively identify engineering risks and recommend design optimizations.

2. Component Validation & Performance Testing

• Establish rigorous testing protocols and acceptance criteria for fit, function, dispensing performance, closure integrity, leakage, and mechanical durability.
• Partner with Formulation and Quality to evaluate cosmetic compatibility, surface treatments, coatings, and decoration.
• Define Critical‑to‑Quality (CTQ) characteristics and document technical rationale for deviations or approvals.

3. Supplier Oversight & Technical Leadership

• Serve as primary technical lead for component manufacturers, tooling vendors, and contract packagers.
• Challenge supplier recommendations with data, leading technical reviews of mold trials, first‑off samples, and process changes.
• Drive root‑cause investigations and Corrective/Preventive Actions (CAPA) for recurring defects or manufacturing inconsistencies.

4. Manufacturing Readiness & Production Support

• Provide on‑site technical oversight during filling trials, line qualifications, and initial production runs.
• Troubleshoot assembly, feeding, sealing, and dispensing integration issues using structured problem‑solving methods.
• Manage specification documentation, bills of materials (BOMs), and engineering change orders (ECOs) to ensure production alignment.

5. Cost, Sustainability & Cross‑Functional Strategy

• Lead value‑engineering and cost‑optimization initiatives without compromising product quality or performance.
• Support corporate sustainability goals through informed material selection, component simplification, and recyclability assessments.
• Partner cross‑functionally across Marketing, Creative, Operations, and Regulatory while mentoring junior packaging team members.

Non‑Essential Job Functions

• Assist with special projects or initiatives as needed to support departmental goals.
• Provide backup coverage for team members during absences or peak workload periods.
• Perform additional administrative tasks or clerical duties as assigned.
• Support cross‑departmental efforts or collaborative initiatives when required.

What You’ll Bring:

To excel in this role, you must meet the following qualifications. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities in performing essential functions.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Experience: 8+ years in technical packaging development or commercialization, ideally within beauty, cosmetics, personal care, or consumer goods.
• Technical Mastery: Strong command of mechanical design principles, dimensional tolerancing, and manufacturing processes (injection molding, blow molding, metal forming, and component decoration).
• Domain Knowledge: Hands‑on experience with cosmetic packaging systems (bottles, jars, pumps, sprayers, tubes, compacts, and complex dispensing mechanisms).
• Problem‑Solving & Communication: Proven expertise in root‑cause analysis (FMEA, SPC), validation testing, and constructively managing supplier relationships through data‑driven technical judgment.

This position will be mentoring Packaging team members but has no direct supervisory role.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, twist, and squat to adjust or position equipment, cameras, or set up for events.
• Prolonged periods standing, bending, stooping, and reaching
• Must be able to travel, sometimes requiring long periods of driving or riding in a vehicle.
• Must be able to focus on detailed work for extended periods, which may lead to eye strain or fatigue.
• Must be able to perform tasks that require fine motor skills, including typing and using a mouse.
• Must be able to carry and transport promotional or sales materials.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced, often time‑sensitive environment.

Why You’ll Love Us:

At Luxury Brand Partners, we are more than just a team – we are a vibrant community of creative thinkers and beauty enthusiasts dedicated to shaping the future of luxury in the beauty industry. As the parent company for renowned brands like IGK, R+Co, and ONE/SIZE Beauty, we pride ourselves on fostering innovation, authenticity, and excellence. Together, we collaborate to deliver exceptional products and experiences that empower our customers and elevate the standards of luxury beauty.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

Health and Wellness Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance along with additional ancillary benefits
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Employer paid life insurance coverage with optional supplemental life insurance available
• Employer paid long‑term and short‑term disability
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work-Life Balance

• Starting with 10 vacation days, 4 personal days and 5 sick days (unless state law requires otherwise, in which case we will comply with state law)
• Eleven paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Summer Fridays between Memorial Day & Labor Day
• Compensation commensurate with industry standards and your qualifications
• 401(k) with company match
• Monthly technology allowance
• Eligible for annual discretionary bonus
• Quarterly sample boxes featuring our brands’ products
• Employee referral program with rewards

If you're ready to make an impact and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!

Luxury Brand Partners is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race (including characteristics associated with race, such as hairstyle), color, gender, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision‑making, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, uniform service member status, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), or other status protected by federal, state or local law.

The salary range provided for this position is intended to be a general guideline. Actual compensation may vary depending on factors such as your qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

We do not accept unsolicited assistance from headhunters or recruitment firms. Any resumes or profiles submitted without a valid, signed agreement approved by Luxury Brand Partners, will become the property of our company, and no fee will be paid if the candidate is hired based on an unsolicited referral.

The role will generally accept applications for at least seven calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.