Senior Packaging Engineer

Dermalogica; Carson (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Paid Time Off

401(k) plus company matching

Education/training programs

Hybrid working environment

Job summary

Dermalogica, the world's leading professional skincare company, seeks a Senior Packaging Engineer to drive packaging development and sustainability. Based at our Carson, CA headquarters with hybrid in-office guidelines, you will partner with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure quality and efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Packaging Engineering and 5–10 years of packaging experience, with expertise in extrusion blow molding, injection molding, and decoration techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging Engineering preferred.
• 5–10 years of experience in Packaging Engineering, preferably in CPG/skin care.
• Deep understanding of packaging materials and project management.
• Knowledge of extrusion blow molding, injection molding, dispensing systems, decoration techniques, and secondary packaging.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovative design and materials for primary and secondary packaging.
• Maintain timelines, tasks, and costs for on-time launches.
• Manage specification development, BOM creation, and documentation.
• Define specifications and design criteria for optimized production flow.
• Compile samples, quotes, and specs for internal testing.
• Lead sustainability efforts on packaging materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Packaging engineering experience

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Engineering

Tools

Extrusion Blow Molding

Injection Molding

Dispensing Systems

Decoration techniques

Secondary packaging

Job description

As the world's largest and most respected professional skincare company, our entrepreneurial spirit fosters personal well-being, creativity, integrity, a fast-paced culture, and a hands-on environment that encourages employees to be their best, bringing innovative solutions to reach the skincare professional and consumer. We're about change, innovation, and results. You will find that Dermalogica is a very special place, with tremendous opportunities ahead for us, all building upon a record of achievement.

Dermalogica continues to lead the professional skincare industry with distribution in over 80 countries. Our entrepreneurial spirit, hands-on environment, and fast-paced culture encourage employees to be their best, bringing innovative solutions to reach the skincare professional and consumer. We are highly energetic, passionate, and results oriented. You will find that Dermalogica is a very special place, with tremendous opportunities ahead for us, all building upon a record of achievement.

In 2015 Dermalogica was acquired by Unilever, one of the world’s largest and most successful consumer goods companies. While Dermalogica continues to operate as a stand-alone entrepreneurial business, we now have enviable access to cutting edge capabilities and resources to help us win in our markets.

The challenge is to build on the legacy of our brand, our experienced team, and our industry-leading education to deliver profitable growth. One of the key elements for our success, and critical for our growth, is bringing in the right people to join our team. We invite you to come and make a real difference and grow your career with the global leader in skincare.

What You Will Do

This exciting and dynamic position as the Senior Packaging Engineer will support our significant growth aspirations. Responsibilities for the position are broad; encompassing New Product Development, Product Maintenance, Cost Savings, and Sustainability while working closely with management and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project launches. Additionally, you will be directing communication with Packaging Suppliers and Contract Manufacturers to verify quality, accuracy, and design across all product brands.

The candidate must fully support the company’s mandate to present a consistent outward-facing image as a prestige brand during all development and ongoing packaging activities. Critical to this role is strong attention to detail throughout the development and commercialization process as well as keeping current the specification system for BOM’s, drawings and other essential documentation.

The position will be based out of the corporate headquarters in Carson, CA with applicable hybrid in the office work guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive innovative design and materials for both primary and secondary components resulting in industry-leading packaging and sustainability
• Maintain project timelines, tasks, and costs to ensure on-time, on-cost launches of new products
• Manage all aspects of component specification development, BOM creation, and document retention for packaging materials across all Dermalogica systems
• Define specifications, defect ranges, and design criteria to facilitate an optimized process flow from component manufacture thru fill and assembly
• Compile samples, quotes, and specifications required for internal testing on both primary and secondary packaging components
• Investigate and lead sustainability efforts on packaging materials across all business segments
• Liaise with contract manufacturers to ensure packaging is optimized for the production environment

What You Will Bring

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging Engineering from a recognized Packaging Program preferred
• 5-10 years of experience in Packaging Engineering role, preferably within CPG or Skin Care/Beauty
• Deep understanding of packaging materials and project management, having led large scale projects independently
• Knowledge and/or experience with:
  • Extrusion Blow Molding
  • Injection Molding
  • Dispensing Systems
  • Decoration techniques for both primary and secondary skin care/beauty packaging
  • Secondary packaging: folding cartons, enclosures, set- boxes, corrugated

Key Skills and Abilities:

• Attention to detail and sense of urgency to facilitate organized, accurate and effective project launches
• Strong work ethic and excellent time management skills with an ability to handle multiple projects in parallel
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills with an ability to deal effectively with all levels of the organization and suppliers

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Monthly Product Allowances
• Annual Fitness Reimbursement
• 401(k) plus company matching
• Life/Accident/Disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Paid family leave
• Domestic partner benefits
• Education/training programs
• Thrive in a hybrid working environment (3 days in office)

The expected base salary for this position is $110,000-$125,000. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, and budget. This role is eligible for participation in our company bonus plan, rewarding personal performance and company results.

Dermalogica is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Dermalogica was founded by a skin therapist, so we know how to create custom skin care solutions that work – not just today, but for life. We offer professional-grade skin care education, products, and services to skin therapists and customers alike.