Packaging Engineer

• Location: Clark, NJ - Hybrid

• Type: W2 contract (NO C2C OR THIRD PARTY)

• Length: Until 1/2026 (Contract extension expectation)

• Pay Rate – $59.35 hourly

• Work Authorization - Must be able to work in the U.S. with approved authorization status.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and manage project timelines, identifying the key tasks and milestones and minimizing areas of risk to ensure on-time launches in compliance with the Quality system.
• Present launch + transversal project reviews and drive risk escalations to Operational and Divisional leadership teams
• Guide Marketing in innovation product briefs and conception definitions to ensure design to Agility / Profitability For the Future (L4TF)
• Engage Operations and cross functional stakeholder participation and ownership for transversal projects
• Lead project review meetings and drive resolution of roadblocks impacting projects.
• Analyze and drive launch viability in terms of cost, timeline and sustainability (L4TF)
• Develop and maintain a professional knowledge of new or emerging trends within the PD discipline.
• Drive risk assessment with cross-functional partners within Operations and Research and Innovation (R&I) to create and track mitigation plans and secure approval of sound, technical backup options to maintain project timelines.
• Partner with Marketing, Operations and R&I on harmonization, profitability and sustainability initiatives.
• Manage plant transfers as requested
• Communication Link (between the Division & Industrial teams)
• Manage projects through QCP (all aspects)
• Feasibility Costs and COG analysis
• Value Analysis support to plant and team
• Research and Development coordination
• Research and develop packaging components.
• Manage project work as necessary or required.
• Interface with all manufacturing management and associated or related functional areas.
• Provide Development support to team members as needed on projects; example: guidance on feasibility costing as they relate to aesthetic choices to assure timely cost-effective launch.
• Meeting coordination, minutes & follow-ups

Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in package/product development and project management, preferably in cosmetics, consumer goods, or related field is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Operations or a related technical discipline is required
• Technical packaging experience is a plus
• Must be collaborative and able to create strong relationships with all cross-functional teams
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills to be able to influence effectively with all levels of our organization internally and externally
• Team-oriented with the ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills to manage documentation, materials, and information for each project.
• Continuously develop and stay updated on new trends and technologies.
• Ability to assume a leadership role in the Brand Development team and special projects as needed.
• Experience developing products for global markets preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft 365
• The ability to be onsite, in the office as this is an essential function of the position (required)

Important information:

• To be immediately considered, please send an updated version of your resume to
• *** (Kelly does not expense relocation/interview costs) **

In addition to working with the world’s most recognized and trusted name in staffing, Kelly employees can expect:

• Competitive pay

• Paid holidays

• Year-end bonus program

• Recognition and incentive programs

• Access to continuing education via the Kelly Learning Center