R&D Packaging Specialist
Pubblicato il 10-09-2026 - Davines Group | B Corp since 2016 in Parma
The Davines Group, founded in Parma in 1983, specializes in professional cosmetic products under the brands Davines for haircare and [ comfort zone ] for skincare. Led by Chairman Davide Bollati and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Anthony Molet, the Group is headquartered in Parma at the Davines Group Village, alongside which stand the Scientific Garden and EROC - European Regenerative Organic Center - a research center focusing on regenerative organic agriculture stemming from a partnership with the Rodale Institute. The Group became a B corp in 2016, and today has 9 offices, operates in 95 countries, and employs around 1000 collaborators globally.
Since 2019, both the Italian and American subsidiaries have been Agevolazioni Corporations.
JOB MISSION
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact? We’re looking for passionate individuals eager to help grow our R&D; department while upholding our core values of beauty, ethics, and sustainability.
As our R&D; Packaging Specialist, you will Contribute to the development, validation and industrialization of innovative, functional, sustainable and compliant packaging solutions across the full development lifecycle: from material and supplier scouting to laboratory testing, industrial trials, technical documentation and launch support.
Sustainability and Compliance
- Embed design-for-recycling, recyclability, weight reduction, reuse and recycled-content criteria into packaging development.
- Support the collection and verification of supplier data and declarations relevant to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), material composition, component weights, restricted substances and declarations of conformity.
- Partner with Sustainability, Regulatory and Quality teams to assess applicable requirements and operational impacts on projects.
Suppliers, Quality and Industrialization
- Manage technical interactions with suppliers and contract manufacturers, including briefs, feasibility, sample requests, specifications, drawings, control plans, protocols, lead times and issue resolution.
- Support technical supplier qualification and audits by reviewing the completeness and suitability of supplier documentation.
- Contribute to deviations, non-conformities, concessions, change control and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) by providing technical assessments and risk analysis.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Industrialization,
Procurement and Quality to ensure solution robustness, scalability and continuity.
Documentation and Project Management
- Create and maintain technical specifications, packaging instructions, protocols, operating instructions and reports in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality-system requirements.
- Manage document review and approval workflows, ensuring accuracy, version control and traceability.
- Plan packaging workstream activities, dependencies and deliverables in company systems, escalating risks, delays and decisions promptly.
- Work in cross-functional teams with Marketing, Formula Research and Development (R&D;), Project Management Office (PMO), Procurement, Quality, Regulatory, Sustainability, Manufacturing and external partners.
Who You Are
- Degree or technical-scientific qualification in Packaging, Materials Science, Chemistry, Engineering or a related discipline.
- At least 5 years of packaging development experience, preferably in cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceuticals, food or consumer goods.
- Knowledge of materials and conversion processes for plastics, glass, aluminium, paper and board, and multilayer structures.
- Experience planning and documenting laboratory tests and industrial trials.
- Familiarity with technical specifications, drawings, tolerances, Acceptable Quality Level (AQL), control plans, risk assessment and non-conformity management.
- Good command of Microsoft 365, particularly Excel; familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Enterprise Project Management (EPM), Jira (Project and Issue Tracking Software) or equivalent tools is an advantage.
- Professional proficiency in Italian and English, both written and spoken.
- Analytical mindset and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to organize priorities, samples, data and deadlines across multiple projects.
- Practical problem solving and delivery focus.
- Clear communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Curiosity, proactive attitude,
operational autonomy and ownership.
WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING WITH US At Davines Group, we may not be perfect, but we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inspiring environment where we grow together. We believe in the power of beauty—both in the products we create and in the way we treat the planet and people. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and when you join our team, you’ll become part of a company that makes decisions with the future in mind. We value individuals who are passionate about purposeful innovation and are eager to contribute to a positive impact on the world.
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, INCLUSION, BELONGING, WELLBEING AND CARE
At Davines Group, we believe that beauty begins with people. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging, wellbeing, and care, where everyone can be fully themselves and feel seen and valued.
This commitment is embedded in how we hire, collaborate, and make decisions, as we continuously evolve our practices to ensure fair access to opportunities, reduce bias, and create conditions where everyone can thrive. This commitment reflects our ambition to do our best, with the awareness that this path is a never-ending journey of continuous learning.
Learn more about our full JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) Commitment here https://davinesgroup.com/en/our-impact/le-nostre-policy The indicated salary range (€35.000– €45.000) represents the expected hiring range for this position, with consideration to the criteria indicated and requested. Actual compensation may vary depending on the experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY
At Davines Group, we celebrate diversity and inclusiveness as core values that are integral to our Ethical Chart. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our hiring practices are free from discrimination, and we do not make employment decisions based on race, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, parental status, or any other factor unrelated to merit.
We believe that a diverse team strengthens our ability to innovate and thrive.