Job Description
Company: Counter
Job Title: Packaging Engineer
Location: Santa Monica, CA hybrid role 2-3x a week in office
Reports To: Director of Sourcing and Director of New Product Launches
About Us
We are a startup revolutionizing beauty with a purpose; create the industry standard of clean. Our premium skincare, makeup, and body care formulations combine uncompromising safety, efficacy and environmental responsibility. And our vision transcends products. We are committed to inspiring confident women (and others) to recognize their collective power to create meaningful change. Our innovative community-commerce ecosystem connects customers, beauty enthusiasts, and loyalists, allowing each person to align with our brand in ways that authentically reflect their values and aspirations. From our formulas to our advocacy efforts to our community connection, we lead clean.
The Role
The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for developing, sourcing, and executing high-quality, cost-effective packaging solutions that meet brand, quality, and sustainability standards. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Operations, and Sourcing, to support new product launches and ongoing production needs.
The Packaging Engineer will oversee component development, supplier management, and production readiness while driving process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Key Responsibilities
Packaging Development & Engineering
Translate creative design concepts into functional, manufacturable, and cost-effective packaging solutions
Collaborate with Design, Product Development, and Sourcing to ensure packaging aligns with brand standards, functionality, and cost objectives
Interpret and approve engineering documents, including die lines, material specifications, and technical drawings
Provide subject-matter expertise to ensure packaging feasibility and production readiness
Lead design reviews and recommend improvements to enhance sustainability, quality, and efficiency
Oversee tooling development, including status tracking, vendor coordination, and cost management
Supplier Management & Sourcing
Lead supplier evaluations, RFQs, and cost of goods (COGs) analyses to ensure quality, value, and timely delivery
Build and maintain strong relationships with packaging vendors and contract manufacturers
Identify cost drivers and apply a total cost of ownership approach to decision-making
Manage packaging component orders and monitor supplier performance for cost, quality, and delivery
Conduct on-site visits for supplier assessments, color matching, and first production runs as needed
Production Planning & Quality Assurance
Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery of packaging components for production and new product launches
Oversee packaging inventory levels to support production planning and business continuity
Support first production runs through on-site quality assurance and troubleshooting
Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Planning, and Logistics to ensure readiness for on-time launches
Drive initiatives to reduce waste, streamline processes, and improve overall packaging sustainability
Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Develop and implement best-in-class packaging development processes, documentation, and tools
Partner with Product Development, Regulatory, Planning, Finance, and Logistics to ensure seamless cross-functional alignment
Champion continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to operational excellence
Support packaging technology transfers and process standardization across product lines
Qualifications Required
Bachelors degree in Packaging Science, Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field
5-6+ years of experience in packaging development, preferably within the beauty, skincare, or consumer goods industry
Strong knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and structural engineering principles
Proven experience conducting RFQs, COGs analyses, and managing supplier relationships
Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills
Advanced Excel proficiency and familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Preferred
Experience with sustainability initiatives and waste-reduction strategies
Knowledge of clean beauty standards and eco-conscious materials
Familiarity with PLM systems and technical documentation best practices
Willingness to travel for supplier meetings, production evaluations, and quality reviews
Counter is a people-powered movement that starts with those behind it! We're building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, where every individual is respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.
We know that different backgrounds, identities, and perspectives make us stronger, more creative, and better equipped to drive change. Thats why were committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone belongs.
Counter is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender/gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We encourage all individuals to apply and join us in shaping a cleaner, more inclusive future for all.
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