Job Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Packaging Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our packaging operations, you will play a vital role in delivering innovative packaging solutions that meet marketing, packaging, and environmental goals.
Responsibilities:
* Lead packaging embellishment projects including specialty finishes, labeling, artwork development, and prepare specifications/documentation.
* Collaborate with design, technical, and brand teams to ensure visual excellence and packaging feasibility.
* Champion cost, quality, and speed-to-market optimizations in embellishment.
* Serve as the key liaison between internal stakeholders and co-packers.
* Oversee the readiness of packaging components, timelines, and production accuracy.
* Track and report co-packer performance, ensuring quality and compliance.
* Contribute to packaging inputs within supply planning activities.
* Align packaging availability with production and launch timelines.
* Anticipate and communicate risks related to material delays or co-packing constraints.
* Manage embellishment operations with Australia and NZ-specific embellishment sites to ensure on-time product availability.
* Control inventory movement between Reckitt WH and embellishment sites, including stock reconciliation (monthly), ad-hoc PO creation in SAP, and rework activities.
* Lead packaging sustainability initiatives in line with company and regional goals.
* Collect, analyze, and report packaging sustainability data to APCO and other relevant bodies.
* Support the implementation of sustainable materials (e.g., PCR, recyclability improvements) across packaging formats.
* Stay up-to-date on sustainability regulations and ensure packaging compliance.
The Experience We're Looking For:
* Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain.
* 3-5 years of experience in packaging, preferably in FMCG, healthcare.
* Solid understanding of embellishment techniques, co-packing operations, and sustainable packaging materials.
* Experience with APCO reporting requirements and packaging lifecycle assessments is a plus.
* Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.