Job Description

Job Title : Packaging Development Officer


Experience : 7-12 Years
Location : Pune




Key Responsibilities:
Troubleshoot shade management issues for sample creation from artworks, ensuring compliance with brand guidelines. Develop and maintain an approved standard shade range for all printed packaging. Distribute approved artwork layouts and print proofs (shade ranges) to internal stakeholders-Brand Space Managers, Plant QC Managers, 3P QC Coordinators, and GSC Procurement-as well as external partners, including printers (labels & carton vendors) and blow molders. Maintain a centralized archive and database of all approved artworks and shade proofs. Assign artwork codes and archive all materials electronically with controlled user access. Support multiple packaging changeovers and New Product Introductions (NPIs) with suppliers across India. Manage the MOC (Management of Change) process with plants and suppliers for packaging-related updates. Prepare packaging specifications, standard test protocols, and SOPs for packaging usage and handling within the supply chain. Conduct product compatibility studies for new formulations and packaging structures/designs. Manage and track all changes to artworks, specifications, and engineering drawings. Oversee the development and implementation of printed packaging for new product launches and re-launches of existing products.





Requisites:


Create and adapt global artwork layouts in collaboration with Brand Space Managers, ensuring compliance with local label dimensions, available printing technologies, and manufacturing processes. Work closely with Brand Space Managers, Legal & Regulatory teams, and creative agencies to secure approvals for final local artworks from all stakeholders. Release approved artworks to assigned vendors for printing and production; coordinate final print proofs/samples, and obtain shade, layout, and text approvals in line with brand guidelines. Troubleshoot shade issues for sample creation, maintaining an approved standard shade range for all printed packaging. Liaise with external partners, including printers (labels and cartons) and blow molders, to ensure quality and specification adherence. Maintain a centralized archive and database of all approved artworks and shade proofs with proper version control and accessibility. Support packaging changeovers and New Product Introductions (NPIs) across India, managing the MOC (Management of Change) process with plants and suppliers. Prepare packaging specifications, standard test protocols, and SOPs for packaging usage and handling within the supply chain. Manage periodic mold maintenance and tool health inventory at vendor locations. * Conduct compatibility studies for new formulations, packaging structures, and designs to ensure performance, safety, and compliance.