Associate Manager, Packaging Engineering, rhode

e.l.f. Beauty•Beverly Hills, CA

3d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

rhode is seeking a dynamic and driven Packaging Engineering Associate Manager to join our team and support our rapidly scaling business. This role will be pivotal in advancing our commitment to sustainability, challenging conventional approaches, and delivering innovative, cutting-edge packaging development solutions that align with our brand vision. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Package Development, this person will be responsible for driving impactful packaging processes to ensure scalability, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

Requirements

Passionate about the beauty industry
Detail oriented, meticulously organized, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated, takes initiative, and looks for ways to improve processes
Strong communicator and relationship builder, adept at working cross-functionally
Adaptable and resilient, comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities.
Bachelor’s of Science Degree preferably in Packaging Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, or other related field
2-4 years of experience in Package Engineering or a related field
Must have beauty/ personal care industry experience

Nice To Haves

start-up / founder led brand experience - a plus

Responsibilities

Execute the development and qualification of a wide range of primary, secondary & tertiary packaging solutions that meet the needs for brand aesthetics, consumer use, manufacturing capability, quality, and cost.
Understand and assist in the execution of the packaging development process from concept to counter
Support the ideation, development, feasibility, and implementation of new and improved packages and processes including package design, stock packaging, prototype development, engineering specifications, minor custom mold qualification, functionality, and quality testing.
Support operations cost savings and efficiency initiatives, and quality investigations towards continuous improvement.
Support and execute against technical milestones for new development.
Troubleshoot technical issues (supplier, plant, distribution, quality, etc.)
Share and escalate roadblocks cross-functionally
Create package component specifications, Bills of Materials, and Fill & Assembly specifications
Collaborate with Marketing and Design on establishing feasibility for new packaging initiatives/concepts.
Review and approve artwork for new/maintenance SKUs.
Create decoration production standards to align with Design and Marketing expectations and ensure execution during the molding and decorating process constraints
Assist in executing line trials to ensure package performance for manufacturing.
Attend component and manufacturing startups as needed to ensure proper execution of design & function.
Develop and manage partnerships with external suppliers and manufacturers.
Support sustainability initiatives.
Support leading implementation of new processes and systems cross-functionally.
Research new or emerging packaging trends and technologies.