Industry: CosmeticsResponsible for the package development (primary, secondary, and tertiary) of the Physicians Formula, Lorac, Wet n Wild, Black Radiance, and Lip Smacker brands.

Industry: CosmeticsResponsible for the package development (primary, secondary, and tertiary) of the Physicians Formula brand within the organization.Successfully launched 100’s of SKUs sold in various mass retail and drug store chainsCreatively and resourcefully developed club store packaging introduced into warehouse clubs utilizing current packaging equipmentSaved over 33% annually on shipping tape by reducing the width from 3” to 2”Improved warehouse pallet position efficiency 25% by implementing the use of 48x40 pallets versus 40x40 palletsIntegrated an online artwork proofing process that reduced artwork approval time by more than 50%Key personnel in the development and implementation of a $1.2M automated packaging line that saved over $1M annually in labor and materialsExperience in injection molded components, blow molding, injection blow molding, closures, induction sealing, metal cans, thermoformed trays/blisters, shrink sleeve labeling, flexible laminated and co-extruded films, folding cartons, corrugated, pressure sensitive labels, tubes, etc.Full understanding of the various printing processes and proceduresCreated packaging specification database utilizing Microsoft AccessProvide full technical support to Operations, R&D, Quality Control, Marketing, Purchasing, Sales, and DistributionCollaborate with vendors in developing and implementing new packaging conceptsTo see some of the packaging and components developed, please visit:http://www.physiciansformula.com

Industry: Organic and Natural FoodsResponsible for all packaging development functions of the entire company including subsidiaries and contract packagers.Implemented packaging development procedures (new developments, improvements, and tests).Created centralized database of all packaging specifications.Fully experienced in specifications and materials used in a fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment.Provided solutions to packaging issues that satisfy both retailers and production.Knowledgeable in both heat and cold seal applications in horizontal and vertical form/fill/seal equipment.Experienced in re-sealable stand up pouch, ESL (Extended Shelf Life), canning and aseptic packaging technologies.Excellent working knowledge of grocery and warehouse club packaging.Performed accelerated shelf life testing for new materials.Identified and implemented cost saving solutions.

Industry: Frozen Ethnic FoodsDesigned packaging for frozen foods distributed in the grocery, warehouse club, and food service channels.Maintained documentation and specifications for all packaging components through database systems (Access, Productvision).Implemented a digital graphic approval process utilizing Adobe PDF files and email that reduced development time.Modified existing packaging to improve efficiency and functionality in compliance with FDA and USDA regulations.Recommended and sourced new packaging equipment and systems.

Industry: Molded Glass ContainersDesigned and specified packaging for the safe shipment of glass containers used in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industries.Knowledgeable in various bottle decorating methods and the interaction with packaging materials.Developed functional packaging in collaboration with clients for use in their production line.