Senior Packaging Engineer

Who We Are

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA, AVEENO, TYLENOL, LISTERINE, JOHNSON'S and BAND-AID that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up with 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours. For more information, click here.

What You Will Do  

The Staff Packaging Engineer role is a squad level role with responsibility for being the face of Package Development to the Essential Health Business.  Essential Health Business consists of iconic brands such as LISTERINE, JOHNSON'S and BAND-AID.    Key contributions include resource assessment and evaluation for new products, due diligence and feasibility work for projects, and governance lead. 

Key Responsibilities 

   This position will require authoring and approving specifications, documentation, package line trials and package testing to support product release. 

   This successful individual will take a leadership role with packaging projects and possess the ability to influence with multi-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. 

   The candidate should possess the ability to pursue complex technical issues and innovative solutions in the areas of product, packages, process, mechanistic understanding and consumer insights. 

   This individual should think and develop future strategies in key focus areas such as sustainability, e-commerce, and package innovation.

   This position requires in depth knowledge of materials and processes used in construction and manufacturing of cosmetic packaging (Extrusion/ Injection molding and Dispensing systems (airless, pumps))

What We Are Looking For 

Required Qualifications 

A Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Engineering or a related Science field is required; Advanced degree is preferred
At least 5 years of proven experience in Cosmetic/Personal Care, OTC, Food or related industry is required.
Solid understanding of a broad spectrum of packaging materials, structures, components, and related conversion processes is required.
Experience in packaging line trials and package testing knowledge is required.
Ability to partner and lead effectively across functions and functional levels is required.
Technical Leadership skills are required.
Supervisory experience and the ability to mentor and train talent within the organization is required.
Experience leading multiple projects and activities at internal or external manufacturing sites is required.
Ability to prioritize multiple constantly evolving priorities with minimal direction is required.
A strong focus on sustainability and eCommerce packaging is required.
 

Desired Qualifications 

Project Management skills are preferred.
Strong technical writing/documentation skills are preferred.
Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify root causes, draw conclusions, and generate reports that present sound data driven conclusions is preferred.
SolidWorks/CAD, Abaqus, or other finite element analysis software tools to perform duties.
What's In It For You

   Competitive Benefit Package

   Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!

   Learning & Development Opportunities

   Employee Resource Groups 

Travel: This position may require up to 20% travel (primarily domestic and some potential international)

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.