Packaging Engineer

Job Description

Company : Counter

Job Title : Packaging Engineer

Location : Santa Monica, CA – hybrid role 2-3x a week in office

Reports To : Director of Sourcing and Director of New Product Launches

About Us

We are a startup revolutionizing beauty with a purpose; create the industry standard of “clean”. Our premium skincare, makeup, and body care formulations combine uncompromising safety, efficacy and environmental responsibility. And our vision transcends products. We are committed to inspiring confident women (and others) to recognize their collective power to create meaningful change. Our innovative community-commerce ecosystem connects customers, beauty enthusiasts, and loyalists, allowing each person to align with our brand in ways that authentically reflect their values and aspirations. From our formulas to our advocacy efforts to our community connection, we lead clean.

The Role

The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for developing, sourcing, and executing high-quality, cost-effective packaging solutions that meet brand, quality, and sustainability standards. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Operations, and Sourcing, to support new product launches and ongoing production needs.

The Packaging Engineer will oversee component development, supplier management, and production readiness while driving process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Key Responsibilities

Packaging Development & Engineering

• Translate creative design concepts into functional, manufacturable, and cost-effective packaging solutions
• Collaborate with Design, Product Development, and Sourcing to ensure packaging aligns with brand standards, functionality, and cost objectives
• Interpret and approve engineering documents, including die lines, material specifications, and technical drawings
• Provide subject-matter expertise to ensure packaging feasibility and production readiness
• Lead design reviews and recommend improvements to enhance sustainability, quality, and efficiency
• Oversee tooling development, including status tracking, vendor coordination, and cost management

Supplier Management & Sourcing

Production Planning & Quality Assurance

Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Qualifications Required

Preferred

Counter is a people-powered movement that starts with those behind it! We're building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, where every individual is respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.

We know that different backgrounds, identities, and perspectives make us stronger, more creative, and better equipped to drive change. That’s why we’re committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone belongs.

Counter is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender / gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We encourage all individuals to apply and join us in shaping a cleaner, more inclusive future for all.