Packaging Engineer

Overview

Kelly is hiring a Packaging Engineer I for one of our clients in El Segundo, CA

• $40.44/hr
• M-F 8am-5pm
• Temp (12 months)

A Day in the Life As a Temp Packaging Engineer you’ll report to the Director of Packaging Engineering for NYX and support the Consumer Products Division Operations packaging team at El Segundo. This role offers hands-on exposure to packaging development, testing, and sustainability initiatives.

• Packaging support & testing: prepare and set up test requests for new materials/components; evaluate test reports; coordinate Greenpoint data requests.
• Data & documentation: perform project data cleanup, maintain project files and LIMS/PLM inputs; ensure accurate documentation for transfers.
• Sustainability & L4TF initiatives: support team efforts on sustainable materials, recyclability checks and L4TF data collection.
• Project collaboration: follow up on action items, liaise with cross‑functional stakeholders (R&I, Supply Chain, Quality), and support implementation steps from concept to launch.
• Support on diverse project work, including data gathering and follow-ups.
• Assist in preparing and setting up test requests for new materials and components.
• Perform data cleanup and organization for project documentation.
• Coordinate requests for Greenpoint data and evaluate test reports to inform project decisions.
• Contribute to L4TF initiatives, supporting sustainability efforts.
• Gain real-time experience by actively participating in project development steps, from conception to implementation.

• Currently pursuing or recently completed degree in Packaging/Mechanical/Materials Engineering or equivalent.
• Entry-level (0–1 year) technical support experience or academic project work.
• Top 5 core skills (from L’Oréal Skills Library):
  Packaging & Materials Testing;
  Data & Documentation Management;
  Project Support & Organization;
  Sustainability Mindset (L4TF);
  Cross-functional Communication & Teamwork.

• A place for you to leave your comfort zone and grow beyond your potential (you’ll be encouraged to try new things and take risks).
• Real responsibility from day 1; there’s no sitting on the sidelines.
• An environment where people of diverse backgrounds are accepted, can speak up, thrive and are celebrated.
• A place where you can contribute to something bigger; many brands have societal/environmental causes to make a concrete difference.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Manufacturing and Engineering
• Industries:
  Manufacturing