Director of Engineering, Prose

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing, with at least 5 in leadership roles
• Strong background in cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical, or CPG industries
• Experience with GMP, FDA, and ISO standards
• Leadership and people management
• Project and operations management
• Process engineering and optimization
• Regulatory compliance (GMP, FDA, OSHA)
• Cross-functional communication and problem-solving
• Budgeting and capital planning

Desirable

• We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Engineering to lead our engineering, industrialization, packing engineering and process improvement initiatives within our personal care manufacturing operations
• This role is responsible for ensuring optimal production efficiency, quality, and safety through effective leadership of engineering teams and the implementation of modern manufacturing practices
• The ideal candidate will have deep experience in cosmetics, personal care, or related CPG industries and a strong background in manufacturing technologies, automation, and regulatory compliance
• Lead and manage cross-functional engineering teams, including chemical, process improvement & packaging engineers, facilities, and project management personnel
• Recruit, train, and develop top engineering talent in alignment with company growth and operational needs
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration
• Oversee and improve industrialization, scale up and production processes for cosmetics and personal care products (e.g., mixing, filling, packaging)
• Ensure process, formulations, equipment and systems support high-volume production with minimal downtime
• Lead process improvement, cost optimization, line efficiency improvements, and new technology implementation
• Partner with contract manufacturers to industrialize and test new formulations, packaging and products
• Develop and document test methods, processes and specifications, test methods as needed for existing and new products
• Plan and manage capital projects, including facility expansions, equipment upgrades, and production line installations
• Ensure equipment and systems comply with GMP, FDA, ISO, and other relevant standards
• Collaborate with R&D, Innovation, NPI, Tech, Quality Assurance and Operations to ensure products meet regulatory, safety, and customer requirements
• Support audits and implement corrective actions as needed
• Maintain compliance with FDA, OSHA, and environmental regulations
• Drive sustainability initiatives in manufacturing processes and facility operations
• Evaluate and introduce new technologies that support cleaner, faster, and more cost-effective production
• Partner with R&D, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams on product scale-up, formulation transfer, and production planning
• Support new product introductions and technology transfers from lab to production
• Develop and manage engineering budgets, timelines, and resource allocations
• Monitor project ROI, cost control, and performance metrics