Job Description

Job Title

Structural Packaging Designer - Grooming & Beauty

At Philips, we are at the forefront of creating cutting-edge Grooming & Beauty products that redefine user experiences worldwide. Our commitment to innovation drives us to seek out the brightest minds to join our dynamic teams. As a multinational leader in consumer health, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative environment where creativity and technical excellence are highly valued.

Your role:

We are looking for a passionate and innovative Packaging designer to join our packaging team. You will play a pivotal role in the entire packaging development lifecycle, from initial concept design, through detailed engineering, to mass production, ensuring our products & packs not only meet the highest standards of functionality and performance but also exceed consumer expectations in terms of packaging design and usability. The work includes setting the requirements in agreement with stakeholders & according to the packaging platform. After setting the project’s direction, the role also encompasses the design, development & release of the packaging. This includes working together with the stakeholders within and beyond the project team as well as collaborating with suppliers, and markets/sales organizations to bring the product to the market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Innovative Packaging Design: Design & develop and implement packaging solutions that are not only functional and sustainable but also enhance the consumer experience. This includes working closely with the marketing and production teams to ensure packaging aligns with brand identity and market demands.
• Prototyping and Testing: Lead the development of prototypes and oversee rigorous testing to validate design concepts and packaging solutions. This involves using state-of-the-art tools and methodologies to ensure our packaging meets the highest quality standards.
• Requirements management & risk management: manage packaging requirements, perform risk analysis (FMEA) and follow the V-model methodology.
• Engineering: 2D and 3D detailed design, specifications, materials definition, DfM and DfA, archiving and efficient data management in C PLM system (Windchill)
• Sustainability Initiatives: Drive the development of sustainable packaging solutions, aligning with our company’s commitment to environmental responsibility. Your work will contribute to reducing our environmental footprint while maintaining the integrity and appeal of our packs.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay at the cutting edge of industry trends, materials science, and consumer behavior. Apply this knowledge to continuously improve our packaging solutions.

You're the right fit if:

• Educational Background: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Design or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: Preferably 3+ years of experience in packaging development and/or product function development, required within the consumer electronics industry.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD software (preferably NX, Artios experience is a nice to have) and experience with prototyping tools and methods. A strong understanding of materials science and sustainability practices in packaging is essential.
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills, a creative mindset, pro-active and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills are required to effectively present ideas and influence stakeholders.
• Passion for Innovation: A genuine interest in creating packaging that enhance the consumer experience and a drive to push the boundaries of what is possible in packaging and product design.

What We Offer in return:

• Development team An awesome team of creative designers to work with;
• Exposure: To see the fruits of your work in stores all over the world;
• Inspiring work environment: Including a lab for hands-on prototyping;
• Global Opportunities: Work in an international environment with colleagues and projects that span across the globe;
• Career Development: Access to ongoing training and development programs to enhance your skills and advance your career within the company;
• Innovative Culture: Join a team that values innovation, creativity, and sustainability, and where your ideas can make a real impact

How we work together

We believe that we are better together than we are apart. For this role this means working in-person at least 3 days per week in our Drachten office.

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If you’re interested in this role and have many, but not all, of the experiences needed, we encourage you to apply. You may still be the right candidate for this or other opportunities at Philips. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here