Packaging Engineer/ Product Development Manager

Our client, a leading packaging and product development organization, is seeking a Packaging Engineer II to join their team. As a Packaging Engineer II, you will be part of the Product Development organization supporting Brand Development and transversal project needs. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to lead with agility and seasoned strategic judgment, aligning successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Packaging Engineer/ Product Development Manager

Location: Clark, NJ - Hybrid

Pay Range: $45-51/hr

Must Have Skills:

• Product Launch Management, PPD
• Packaging development
• Cosmetics / Pharma / Fashion/ Luxe/ Beauty/ Food Industry Experience
• Cost Analysis / COG Analysis
• Stakeholder Management
• Risk Management

Ideal Candidates:
The team is looking for someone who can manage product launches, cost analysis and worked closely with packaging, R&D, marketing and operations teams, possesses strong Excel and project management skills, and can independently drive complex cross-functional projects from concept to commercialization.

What's the Job?

• Develop and manage project timelines, identifying key tasks and milestones while minimizing risk to support on-time launches in compliance with the quality system.
• Present launch and transversal project reviews, driving risk escalations to operational and divisional leadership teams.
• Guide marketing through new innovation product briefs and conception definitions to support design aligned with agility, profitability, and long-term quality goals.
• Lead project review meetings, drive resolution of roadblocks, and coordinate cross-functional stakeholder participation and ownership.
• Analyze and drive launch viability across cost, timeline, and sustainability; support feasibility costing, COG analysis, and value analysis to plant and teams.

What's Needed?

• Senior manager level experience (4–6 years) in packaging/product development and project management, preferably in cosmetics, consumer goods, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Operations, or a related technical discipline; technical packaging experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to influence effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and strong organizational skills to manage documentation, materials, and project information.
• Ability to be onsite in the office, as this is an essential function of the position (required).

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to be the go-to resource for transversal PPD development projects, including catalog maintenance updates, plant transfers, and new product launches.
• Chance to manage launches from start to finish with minimal input once fully onboarded, including coordination through QCP and research and development activities.
• Work in a cross-functional environment partnering with Marketing, Operations, and R&I to support harmonization, profitability, and sustainability initiatives.
• Engage in risk assessment and mitigation planning with technical backup options to protect project timelines.
• Contribute to packaging component research and development while supporting feasibility and aesthetic choices that enable timely, cost-effective launches.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.