Packaging Lab Lead

Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Packaging Lab Lead

What we do

At Kenvue , we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care.

Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON'S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love.

Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.

We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers.

With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day.

We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours.

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Role reports to:
Assoc Director Global Package Testing

Location:
North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Work Location:
Fully Onsite

What you will do

Seeking a motivated individual to lead packaging lab analysts with testing agility, consumer centricity, simplicity, and continuous improvement and add value to the packaging lab by effectively collaborating with our partners at Kenvue.

Drive the application of best-in-class scientific ways of working with the lab team with lab risk assessments, hands-on test execution, investigations, and training/upskilling to enhance consumer value delivery.

This role reports to the Associate Director, Global Packaging Labs.

Responsibilities


* Coordinate the planning of tests to perform on a weekly basis with the lab team


* Monitor Lab KPI's to maintain zero test backlog and address areas to improve with the lab team


* Support robust test plan creation with the lab team and packaging engineering to capture risks with technical rigor and removing complexity for packaging materials and products in accordance with industry standards and regulations


* Evaluate packaging performance under various conditions (e.g., temperature, humidity, pressure)


* Analyze and interpret test results to identify potential issues and make recommendations for improvements


* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement packaging solutions that meet customer needs and specifications


* Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in packaging technology to continuously improve testing methods and processes


* Maintain accurate records of testing procedures and results for future reference and analysis


* Assist in the development of new products and technologies.


* Conduct hands-on testing for design verification and test method development.


* Draft technical reports, work instructions, and method and process validations.


* Lead and support the lab team with defect investigat...