Department: Supply Chain
Location: New York, NY USA
Posted: 2011-04-04
Requisition Number: SC-20110404-PckgDevEngrPromo

1 opening
Full-time (exempt)

Main Areas of Responsibility:

• Develop and engineer packages to ensure both aesthetic and functional objectives are met
• Evaluate and select packaging materials and processes that meet functional and cost criteria
• Execute appropriate packaging testing, as required (ship testing, compatibility, chemical resistance, etc.)
• Create component parts and corresponding technical specifications; create Bills of Materials within the Interspec 6.4 system
• Prepare quotation briefs for secondary packaging, indicating preliminary specifications
• Ensure and maintain package design integrity
• Initiate and manage related artwork (Artwork Request Form through pre-press proof approval)
• Identify and communicate necessary tooling expenditures (molds, tools, dies)
• Communicate status and issues regarding project activity on a continual basis
• Execute line trials as needed
• Maintain a working knowledge of packaging/product innovation and technology advances
• Maintain a working knowledge of environmental-related worldwide requirements
• This position will interface with Marketing, Design, Supply Chain, the vendor community, Hudson Yards (artwork development) and Williams Lea (print production).

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Packaging Development/Engineering is highly preferred;
• Bachelors Degree with +/- 3 years of relevant experience;
• Strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word);
• Experience structuring bills of materials and packaging specifications;
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Commitment to accuracy, attention to detail and quality of information generated
• Ability to function in a fast paced environment, adaptable to managing changing needs
• Proficient knowledge of Interspec 6.4 is highly preferred

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Packaging Development/Engineering is highly preferred

Note:

• Please forward a resume in either Word or PDF format to Stamford.Positions@elizabetharden.com. You must indicate the job title in the subject line of your email.

Closing Date: Closed on 2011-10-24

Contact:
E-mail: Stamford.Positions@elizabetharden.com

DFW/EOE/AA