Senior Packaging Lead – Mold Development

4 days ago

New Delhi, India Dot & Key Skincare Full time

Job Title: Senior Packaging Lead – Mold Development & Packaging InnovationsLocation: Kolkata (with overseas vendor coordination)Experience Required: 10–12 years in Packaging Development, preferably in the FMCG / PersonalCare / Cosmetics sectorRole Overview:We are seeking a seasoned Senior Packaging Lead to spearhead our end-to-end packagingdevelopment initiatives at Dot & Key. The role combines deep technical expertise in molddevelopment with strategic leadership across packaging projects. This position will also manage ajunior team and drive innovation, cost efficiency, and sustainability across the packaging function.Key Responsibilities:1. Mold Development & Technical Expertise• Lead the development and qualification of primary packaging molds (plastic, glass, or hybrid)with overseas and domestic vendors.• Collaborate with mold makers to ensure high-quality, cost-effective mold design and smoothcommissioning.• Conduct Design of Experiments (DOE) and trials to optimize mold performance.• Approve technical drawings, 3D designs, and conduct feasibility assessments for newpackaging concepts.2. Packaging Development• Drive concept-to-commercialization for primary and secondary packaging.• Work with R&D, marketing, and procurement teams to ensure packaging meets functional,aesthetic, and regulatory requirements.• Ensure timely scale-up and launch of new products with robust packaging solutions.• Champion sustainable packaging initiatives and ensure compliance with global standards.3. Vendor & Overseas Coordination• Build and maintain strong relationships with overseas packaging suppliers, moldmanufacturers, and contract packers.• Conduct vendor audits, negotiate costs, and ensure adherence to timelines and quality.• Manage the logistics and import/export coordination for molds and packaging components.4. Team Leadership• Lead and mentor a team of packaging developers and junior engineers.• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and career development support.• Oversee resource planning and workload distribution across projects.5. Quality & Compliance• Ensure packaging designs comply with safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements.• Establish robust testing protocols and quality checkpoints during development andproduction.• Drive continuous improvement projects to reduce defects, improve efficiency, and lowercosts.Key Skills & Competencies:• Deep technical knowledge of primary packaging mold development (plastic injection, blowmolding, glass, etc.).• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.• Excellent vendor management, negotiation, and overseas coordination skills.• Experience leading and developing junior team members.• Understanding of packaging material science, testing protocols, and sustainability trends.• Proficiency in CAD tools, packaging testing methods, and quality management systems.Educational Background:• B.Tech / M.Tech in Packaging Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, orrelated fields.• Additional certifications in Packaging / Mold Design preferred.

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