Hiring: Global Packaging Engineer - Toothbrush Company: Colgate-Palmolive Location: Piscataway, NJ Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 12:03:25 Target Skills & Keywords : AutoCAD, CAD, Project Management, R, Swift About the job Experience: •7 - 9 years of experience in Packaging in FMCG. •4+ years of packaging experience in consumer products and packaged goods. •9 years of experience in Packaging in FMCG. Required Skills: •Manage the conceptualization, development and implementation of packaging and processes including: structural design generation, prototype development, technical specifications, mold and machinery qualification, functionality and quality testing, and technology transfer. •Oversee the design and development of packaging systems and components, ensuring that all specified criteria for ergonomics, aesthetics, consumer acceptance, manufacturing feasibility, sustainability guidelines, and quality are fulfilled from the initial program brief through engineering and commercialization. •Define global standards for manual toothbrushes and device packaging, machinery, and processes aligned with KPI objectives. Deliver effective and prompt documentation along with the transfer of engineering and manufacturing tech across global Colgate facilities. •Convert design concepts and project briefs into accurate prototypes, technical specifications, and engineering drawings. •Direct cross-functional teams in executing packaging-driven initiatives. •Develop and spearhead value engineering projects across the product category. •Justify and secure the funding required for comprehensive packaging testing and deployment. •Author and deliver technical and commercial summaries for internal distribution. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Material Science or a related field. •Demonstrated capacity to travel up to 20% time (domestic and international) based on project needs. •Master’s degree. •Strong communication and project management skills •Awareness of packaging sustainability and applications •Graphic design & decoration treatments knowledge are useful •Quality processes and systems, tech transfer, audit skills •CAD/CAE programs experience to create packaging designs and prototypes Compensation: •$96,800 - $137,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!