Job Summary: Packaging Engineer will play a key role in the Packaging Optimization department to support existing product line maintenance across multiple brands. The Engineer will lead Packaging improvement efforts and ensure all the technical aspects from BOM creation, drawing approval, package testing and validations, line trials, die-line and artwork validation and Packaging data creation are conforming to Shiseido Design and Quality requirements. The individual will be required to drive his/her projects and interface with other team members to ensure the required Packaging tasks are performed in a timely manner. The Engineer must have the ability to adapt to fast-changing environments. The position will require the individual to have the willingness to take risks and to consider new approaches to improve the organization's competitive position. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: <ul> <li style="text-align:justify">Packaging Bill of Materials <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Perform BOM (Bill of Materials) creation/changes for new/existing products (new products, artwork updates, material changes, new tertiary pack outs, etc.)</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Request and create item codes to allow the Data Management team to enter item setup information into current MRP systems (MAPICS and SAP)</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Initiate the BOM by gathering all necessary information from the project brief, consolidating the Finished Good (FG) codes and Work-in-Process (WIPs), with all component codes (generic or shaded)</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify">Packaging Standards & Range Boards <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Manage Packaging standards from our suppliers (components only, if required), review/approve/distribute to the Quality teams, and Packaging team for retains</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Manage approval of color and defect range boards with our brand partners, as required</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify">Tertiary Packaging Development <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Utilizes CAPE PACK software to provide optimal packer / shipper / pallet configurations</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Verifies and coordinates packer / shipper specifications with manufacturers and Contract Manufacturers (CMs) or the Shiseido Manufacturing site in East Windsor, NJ (SAI)</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify">Artwork management (as needed) <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Manage artwork changes by providing new or revised die-lines, component codes, BOM updates, facilitating mechanical routing and supplier Proof approval</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Responsible for posting die-lines (approved by engineer) into the artwork system and routing artwork to suppliers per launch timeline</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Verify technical elements on the mechanicals (die-line, weight claim, color/process, codes) and validate consistency of proof matching corresponding mechanicals</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify">Color Development (as needed) <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Receive target submissions from Marketing for molded and printed components (color, texture, finish)</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Send color target information to the appropriate suppliers for matching</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Provide approvals or directional comments with supervision to each Supplier to ensure achievement of color matching of linked components (e.g. bottle and cap)</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Receive returned samples from suppliers and help drive approvals with the Brand teams</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Ensure all product range boards are approved with the final color and entire design / defect ranges</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify">Project Management <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Ability to handle multi-task launch projects with limited supervision and support</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Meet timeline due dates for all required Packaging actions</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Manage Value Analysis (cost savings) projects (supplier changes, color/finish/texture changes, primary, secondary and tertiary packaging changes as needed)</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify">Packaging Specifications <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Create and / or revise new component specifications and issue to suppliers (primary, secondary, and tertiary)</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Specify the relevant test methods (components and finished goods) and conduct Packaging lab testing, data validations and reporting</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Issue FG specifications, with any necessary updates, including final palletization</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify">Engineering & Testing <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="text-align:justify">Review and approve technical engineering drawings for components and assemblies</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Perform basic statistical analysis using testing data to assess specification values</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Attend line trials and Finished Good production start-ups as needed</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Manage Packaging Quality issue resolution (product improvements, etc.)</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Conduct product validation and transportation testing in Packaging lab as needed</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Working Relationships/Key Stakeholders: <ul> <li>Packaging engineering & testing lab</li> <li>Manufacturing teams (internal and external)</li> <li>Component suppliers</li> <li>Quality Team</li> <li>Brand Marketing and Product Development</li> <li>New Product Development</li> <li>Procurement</li> </ul> Qualifications & Competencies: <ul> <li>3-7 Years of packaging engineering or other applicable engineering project experience</li> <li>BS degree in Package Engineering or another Engineering discipline (mechanical, material science)</li> <li>Basic knowledge of molding processes, plastics, and package testing methods</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Analytical and organization skills required</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Must be PC literate and competent with Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel and Power Point functionalities).</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Responsible for initiating and resolving queries from other functions in a timely manner and communicating, escalating issues when appropriate</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Aware of cross-function and regional impact of decisions</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Appreciates importance of on-time and quality delivery of projects to business partners</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Ability to manage key priorities and work in teams as required</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Excellent interpersonal communication skills (verbal, written, good listening skills, providing support with trust, respect and transparency)</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Entrepreneurial spirit: taking initiative and drive clarity and resolution</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Attention to details for many aspects of the Packaging role (i.e. Bill of Material, Artwork validation, Packaging data review & analysis)</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Drive projects with full ownership, and hold accountability on team members to ensure all steps of the timeline are met</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Ability to read and understand a 2D technical drawing</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Ability to adapt to fast-changing environments</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Problem Solving: ability to gather information, analyze issues and define meaningful corrective actions to problems</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Ability to analyze risks and to consider new approaches to improve the organization's competitive position</li> </ul> Trust 8 Competencies Below is a list of Trust 8 Competencies designed to help employees at Shiseido Americas succeed as the company continues to evolve and innovate. <ol> <li>Think Big: Adapt a big-picture perspective. Deliver new values through creativity. </li> <li>Take Risks: Embrace Risk, Practice “Trial and Error and Trial”.</li> <li>Hands On: Consider Front-line realities when making decisions. Take the lead from end to end.</li> </ol> <ol start="4"> <li>Collaborate: Leverage the diverse capabilities of colleagues.</li> <li>Be Open: Create an environment that encourages everyone to speak up.</li> <li>Act with Integrity: Be sincere and humble at all times.</li> <li>Be Accountable: Commit to the goal. Take accountability for the execution.</li> <li>Applaud Success: Create a culture that celebrates success.</li> </ol> #LI-HYBRID 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

Engineer III, Packaging Optimization (East Windsor, NJ, US) @ Shiseido

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