Senior Associate, Packaging Engineer at Harry's

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Consumer Packaged Goods, Personal Care, Grooming ProductsIndustries

Requirements

Studied/degree in Packaging Engineering and/or studies in mechanical engineering

Responsibilities

Bring passion and enthusiasm for package engineering to work every day
Research packaging sustainability/innovation/trends and develop packaging components that support new product introductions, retail exclusives, promotions and partnerships, and operational initiatives
Recommend and own packaging workstreams required to qualify packaging components, tooling, equipment and processes
Develop specifications as part of the package development process; access, modify or create 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings to build prototype tools, samples, and approve component structures
Work with packaging component suppliers to design for manufacturing, apply robust testing plans to validate the design, and qualify production release in partnership with technical cross functional partners
Participate in and drive packaging engineering design reviews
Own packaging line trials and test plans; troubleshoot packaging-related technical issues during development; develop risk mitigation plans and packaging alternatives
Work with the Production Artist team to develop color standards and establish production color ranges
Bring printing and decorating experience to the process of graphics design, decoration testing, and artwork approval
Issue and maintain packaging component specifications, finished goods specifications, and assembly instructions, for production accuracy and scalable success
Maintain collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal cross functional partners

Skills

Packaging Engineering

Packaging Development

CAD

SolidWorks

Prototyping

Mass Production

Bottles

Caps

Pumps

Jars

Folding Cartons

Gift Sets

Harry's

Consumer packaged goods focusing on shaving products

About Harry's

Harry's Inc. focuses on creating consumer packaged goods, starting with shaving products and expanding into other categories like personal care. Their products are designed to meet the specific needs of consumers, ensuring quality and satisfaction. The company operates through direct-to-consumer sales and retail partnerships, making their products accessible to a wide audience in the U.S., U.K., and Germany. What sets Harry's apart from competitors is their commitment to social responsibility, dedicating 1% of sales to support nonprofit initiatives. Their goal is to foster customer loyalty by providing high-quality products while also making a positive impact on communities.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$461.7MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consulting, Consumer GoodsIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Wellness reimbursement and incentives

401(k) matching

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible PTO policy

Parental leave

Risks

Conservative backlash over Trevor Project partnership may affect brand perception.

IPO filing could increase scrutiny and pressure from investors.

Lume acquisition may face integration challenges affecting company performance.

Differentiation

Harry's designs and manufactures its own line of razors and blades.

The company offers both a-la-carte and subscription models for its products.

Harry's operates Harry's Labs for mergers and acquisitions to drive innovation.

Upsides

Subscription models in CPG are growing, benefiting Harry's subscription services.

Eco-friendly grooming products trend offers expansion opportunities for Harry's.

Mental health awareness aligns with Harry's BetterHelp partnership, boosting brand loyalty.

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