Associate Manager, Packaging Engineering, rhode

About the Company

e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. stands with every eye, lip, face and paw. Our deep commitment to clean, cruelty free beauty at an incredible value has fueled the success of our flagship brand e.l.f. Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes e.l.f. Cosmetics, e.l.f. SKIN, pioneering clean beauty brand Well People, Keys Soulcare, a groundbreaking lifestyle beauty brand created with Alicia Keys, Naturium, high-performance, biocompatible, clinically-effective and accessible skin care, and our newest brand, rhode, a line of curated skincare essentials, formulated for a variety of skin types and needs with high performance ingredients, it’s a daily routine that nourishes your skin barrier over time.

In our Fiscal year 25, we had net sales of $1 Billion and our business performance has been nothing short of extraordinary with 28 consecutive quarters of net sales growth. We are the #2 mass cosmetics brand in the US and are the fastest growing mass cosmetics brand among the top 5. Our total compensation philosophy offers every full-time new hire competitive pay and benefits, bonus eligibility (200% of target over the last six fiscal years), equity, flexible time off, year-round half-day Fridays, and a hybrid 3 day in office, 2 day at home work environment. We believe the combination of our unique culture, total compensation, workplace flexibility and care for the team is unmatched across not just beauty but any industry.

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Position Summary:

rhode is seeking a dynamic and driven Packaging Engineering Associate Manager to join our team and support our rapidly scaling business. This role will be pivotal in advancing our commitment to sustainability, challenging conventional approaches, and delivering innovative, cutting-edge packaging development solutions that align with our brand vision. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Package Development, this person will be responsible for driving impactful packaging processes to ensure scalability, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

• Execute the development and qualification of a wide range of primary, secondary & tertiary packaging solutions that meet the needs for brand aesthetics, consumer use, manufacturing capability, quality, and cost.
• Understand and assist in the execution of the packaging development process from concept to counter
• Support the ideation, development, feasibility, and implementation of new and improved packages and processes including package design, stock packaging, prototype development, engineering specifications, minor custom mold qualification, functionality, and quality testing.
• Support operations cost savings and efficiency initiatives, and quality investigations towards continuous improvement.
• Support and execute against technical milestones for new development.
• Troubleshoot technical issues (supplier, plant, distribution, quality, etc.)
• Share and escalate roadblocks cross-functionally
• Create package component specifications, Bills of Materials, and Fill & Assembly specifications
• Collaborate with Marketing and Design on establishing feasibility for new packaging initiatives/concepts.
• Review and approve artwork for new/maintenance SKUs.
• Create decoration production standards to align with Design and Marketing expectations and ensure execution during the molding and decorating process constraints
• Assist in executing line trials to ensure package performance for manufacturing.
• Attend component and manufacturing startups as needed to ensure proper execution of design & function.
• Develop and manage partnerships with external suppliers and manufacturers.
• Support sustainability initiatives.
• Support leading implementation of new processes and systems cross-functionally.
• Research new or emerging packaging trends and technologies.

• Passionate about the beauty industry
• Detail oriented, meticulously organized, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, takes initiative, and looks for ways to improve processes 
• Strong communicator and relationship builder, adept at working cross-functionally 
• Adaptable and resilient, comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities.

• Bachelor’s of Science Degree preferably in Packaging Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, or other related field
• 2-4 years of experience in Package Engineering or a related field
• Must have beauty/ personal care industry experience; start-up / founder led brand experience - a plus
• Proven track record of developing creative packaging solutions 

• Location of Position: Los Angeles, California 
• Must be a commutable distance to office in Los Angeles 
• Hybrid Model Expectation: Must be able to work 4+ days a week in office 
• Ability to travel 15% of the time or more
• Budgeted Salary Range: $80K-$100K

The base salary range for this role is listed above. 

Total compensation includes base salary, annual company-based performance bonus, and equity. Under e.l.f.’s annual bonus program, employees are eligible to earn up to 200% of their target bonus when company performance exceeds defined goals. In addition, e.l.f. provides a variety of other benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan, gender neutral parental leave, and unlimited paid time off. The amount of total compensation (including base salary) offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including geographic location, experience, specific skills, and qualifications.

Compensation components are subject to change at the company’s discretion

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. It also reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be considered, as detailed description of all the work required inherent in the job. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and it is subject to changes and exceptions at the supervisors’ discretion.

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