Packaging Coordinator

We are looking for a part-time Packaging Designer for a top beauty company in New York, New York. This position operates onsite in their New York office. Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and commuter benefits.

Compensation: $28-$30 per hour

Responsibilities:

Packaging Bill of Materials:

• Initiate the BOM by gathering all necessary information from Packaging brief, consolidating the FG codes and WIPs with all component generic/shaded codes (Devex & SAP).
• Perform BOM (Bill of Materials) creation/changes for new/existing products (new products, artwork updates, material changes, new tertiary pack outs).

Pack standards & Range boards:

• Manage Pack standards from our suppliers (components only), review/approve/distribute to the Quality teams, and Packaging for retains.
• Manage approval of color and defect range boards with our brand partners

Artwork management:

• Manage Artwork changes by providing new codes, BOM updates, facilitating mechanical routing and supplier Proof approval.
• Responsible for posting dielines (approved by engineer) into artwork system and routing artwork to suppliers per launch timeline.
• Verify technical elements on the mechanicals (dieline, weight claim, color/process, codes) and validate consistency of proof matching corresponding mechanicals

Color Development:

• Receive target submissions from Marketing for molded and printed components (color, texture, finish)
• Send color target information to the appropriate suppliers for matching
• Provide approvals or directional comments with supervision to each Supplier to ensure achievement of color matching of linked components (e.g. bottle and cap)
• Receive returned samples from suppliers and help drive approval of LSD color with the brand
• Ensure all proper color range boards are approved the final color and entire design ranges

Project Management:

• Ability to handle multi-task launch projects with limited supervision and support
• Meet timeline due dates for all required Packaging actions

Packaging Specifications:

• Create and/or revise new component specifications to suppliers (primary, secondary, and tertiary)

Qualifications:

• Part-Time Role, 21 hours/week (3 days).
• Role located in New York City. Hybrid work (home and in-office)
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
• 2+ years project management experience is ideal
• General understanding of artwork processes and routing flows
• Must have understanding of the total Product Development process, Manufacturing execution, Supplier process, Marketing and Computer Applications
• Some degree of analytical, financial and organization skills required
• Must be PC literate and competent with Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel and Pivot table functionalities).
• Responsible for initiating and resolving queries from other functions in a timely manner and communicating, escalating issues when appropriate
• Aware of cross function and regional impact of decisions
• Appreciates importance of on-time and quality delivery of projects to business partners
• Ability to network, work in teams and network
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (verbal, written, good listening skills, providing support with trust, respect and transparency)
• Entrepreneurial spirit: taking initiative and drive clarity and resolution
• Attention to details for many aspects of the Packaging role (ie. Bill of Material, Artwork validation, Packaging data review & analysis)
• Drive projects with full ownership, and hold accountability on team members to ensure all steps of the timeline are met
• Ability to read and understand a 2D and 3D technical drawing
• Ability to adapt to fast-changing environments
• Problem Solving: ability to predict, recognize and define meaningful corrective actions to problems
• Willingness to take risks and to consider new approaches to improve the organization's competitive position

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers – which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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