Manufacturing Engineer – Beauty
Henrico, VA
Qualdoc Staffing /
Direct Hire /
On-site
Manufacturing Engineer – Beauty
Shift: 1st Shift
Salary: $85K – $100K
Job Type: Direct Hire
Location: Henrico, VA
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with experience in beauty, cosmetics, or personal care production. This role is responsible for managing projects from initiation to completion, improving production systems, preparing for new product launches, and introducing new equipment technology.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the single point of contact for assigned projects, managing timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.
- Develop project execution strategies, oversee design and development, and ensure compliance with FDA, cGMP, EPA, and other standards.
- Coordinate new equipment and technology requirements for smooth product transfers.
- Design packaging lines, layouts, fixtures, and change parts; coordinate installation.
- Manage capital projects from planning through startup, including procurement and vendor coordination.
- Develop SOPs, process specifications, and equipment documentation.
- Supervise and develop a high-engagement workforce, setting goals and KPIs.
- Troubleshoot production issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:
- BS/BA in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
- 5+ years of manufacturing or process engineering experience, preferably in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, or food production.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Experience with GMP practices preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team collaboration skills.
- Ability to work weekends and a flexible schedule as needed.
Additional Skills:
- Strong engineering and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Data analysis and decision-making skills.
- Eligible to work in the United States.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability, life, and accidental death insurance
- 401(k) match with immediate vesting
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Employee referral program
- Company-paid work shoes, uniforms, and prescription safety glasses for manufacturing staff
