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Job Location drjobs

Brooklyn, NY - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a strategic and handson Director of Engineering to lead our engineering industrialization packing engineering and process improvement initiatives within our personal care manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal production efficiency quality and safety through effective leadership of engineering teams and the implementation of modern manufacturing practices. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in cosmetics personal care or related CPG industries and a strong background in manufacturing technologies automation and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead and manage crossfunctional engineering teams including chemical process improvement & packaging engineers facilities and project management personnel.
  • Recruit train and develop top engineering talent in alignment with company growth and operational needs.
  • Foster a culture of accountability continuous improvement and collaboration.

Manufacturing & Process Engineering

  • Oversee and improve industrialization scale up and production processes for cosmetics and personal care products (e.g. mixing filling packaging).
  • Ensure process formulations equipment and systems support highvolume production with minimal downtime.
  • Lead process improvement cost optimization line efficiency improvements and new technology implementation.
  • Partner with contract manufacturers to industrialize and test new formulations packaging and products.
  • Develop and document test methods processes and specifications test methods as needed for existing and new products.

Capital Projects & Equipment Management

  • Plan and manage capital projects including facility expansions equipment upgrades and production line installations.
  • Ensure equipment and systems comply with GMP FDA ISO and other relevant standards.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

  • Collaborate with R&D Innovation NPI Tech Quality Assurance and Operations to ensure products meet regulatory safety and customer requirements.
  • Support audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Maintain compliance with FDA OSHA and environmental regulations.

Innovation & Sustainability

  • Drive sustainability initiatives in manufacturing processes and facility operations.
  • Evaluate and introduce new technologies that support cleaner faster and more costeffective production.

CrossFunctional Collaboration

  • Partner with R&D Operations Quality and Supply Chain teams on product scaleup formulation transfer and production planning.
  • Support new product introductions and technology transfers from lab to production.

Budgeting & Resource Management

  • Develop and manage engineering budgets timelines and resource allocations.
  • Monitor project ROI cost control and performance metrics.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical Chemical Industrial Engineering or related field.
  • 10 years of engineering experience in manufacturing with at least 5 in leadership roles.
  • Strong background in cosmetics personal care pharmaceutical or CPG industries.
  • Experience with GMP FDA and ISO standards.

Preferred:

  • Masters degree or MBA.
  • Experience with automation robotics and Industry 4.0 practices.
  • Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma certification.

Key Skills:

  • Leadership and people management
  • Project and operations management
  • Process engineering and optimization
  • Regulatory compliance (GMP FDA OSHA)
  • Crossfunctional communication and problemsolving
  • Budgeting and capital planning

Why Join Us:

  • Work with an innovative and growing industry leader in hyper personalized cosmetics/ personal care products.
  • Lead impactful projects at the intersection of beauty science technology and sustainability.
  • Enjoy a collaborative and qualityfocused culture.
  • Competitive compensation benefits and career growth opportunities




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