Michael Ross Email & Phone Number

Promoted to Manger of the Packaging Structural Design TeamOversee the training and development of Packaging Structural Design TeamEnsure Packaging Structural Design Team works with all internal assets in an efficient manner to provide clients the level of professional excellence they have come to expectArrange work flow to maximize efficiency and creative potential of teamContinue in all my previous responsibilities as Senior Packaging Engineer

Stamford, Ct

Provide advice and expertise to Senior Marketing Managers, Account Managers, Art Directors Work with Marketing, Creative and Product R&D to create innovative solutions to meet client needsDeveloped the print-to-cut procedure for sample creation using our large format printers in conjunction with our sample tables, reducing cost and increasing efficiencyContinue primary responsibility for packaging design, sample making, database maintenance and trouble shootingResponsible for maintaining accurate records of each packaging design and sample for individual CONAIR divisionsMaintain reference list of minimum material specifications based on vendor recommendationsAssisted in the procurement of new Kongsberg V20 Sample Table

Stamford, Ct

Interacted with Marketing, Engineering and Creative Services to deliver creative and cost efficient solutions Provide guidance to vendors to ensure client vision becomes realityResponsible for 90-95% of the packaging prototype designs for all of CONAIR’s consumer goods divisions including: Cuisinart, HBA, Spa, Hair Care, Travel Smart and ProfessionalResponsible for the Infiniti Pro and “You” package designs of personal care products, two of CONAIR’s best sellersResponsible for the construction of sample packaging using Barco/Kongsberg PL1309 Sample Table