R&D Packaging Intern

WHAT ON EARTH IS DECIEM? We are a collective of disrupters and doers, of creatives and scientists, with a mission to reimagine the world of beauty. Since inception, our vertically integrated structure, including our own laboratories, manufacturing, retail stores, and brand infrastructure, have enabled us to rapidly identify opportunities and deliver quality. Home to The Ordinary, NIOD, AVESTAN, and other emerging brands, our goal is to create with purpose. We were founded on the principle of doing everything that others don’t. Because normal gets you nowhere. We are DECIEM, The Abnormal Beauty Company. We are growing rapidly and we’re looking for someone who shares this vision and wants to grow with us! WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR We are seeking a curious, detail-oriented, and organized R&D Packaging Inter n to join our Research & Development team. In this role, you’ll support the development and testing of packaging components while helping us build smarter processes and more efficient ways of working. From creating project trackers and organizing technical documentation to conducting hands-on packaging tests and investigating potential issues, you’ll get to see how the details behind our packaging come together. Working closely with teams across R&D, Design, Brand, Supply Chain, Quality, and more, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to the technical side of product development while learning how we bring our products to life. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with their hands, and finding better ways to do things — all while helping us create quality products with purpose. Work Term Duration: January 5, 2027 - April 23, Location: DECIEM Head Office – 15 Fraser Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 1Y7 Hourly Rate: $22.00/hour WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN THIS ROLE Process Improvement & Organization Building Better Systems: Help us create and improve processes and workflows that keep our R&D Packaging team organized and working efficiently. This could include project trackers, intake forms, automated workflows, packaging databases, and standard operating procedures. Keeping Things on Track: Build and maintain tools that help the team organize projects, track progress, and manage information more effectively. Documentation & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of packaging tests, results, and findings, and assist with preparing and organizing technical documentation. Packaging Testing & Quality Hands-On Testing: Conduct and document a variety of packaging tests to help ensure our packaging components meet the required standards and specifications. Functionality Testing: Put packaging components, such as pumps, caps, and dispensers, to the test to assess how they perform. Dimensional Checks: Review technical drawings and specifications, measure incoming packaging samples, and identify any differences between the samples and approved drawings. Flag discrepancies to the appropriate teams. Problem Solving: Help investigate packaging issues, identify potential root causes, and support the team in finding practical solutions. Sample Coordination: Coordinate packaging samples for testing, helping ensure the right components are available when needed. Project & Team Support Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with R&D, Design, Brand, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Sustainability, Quality, Production, Project Managers, and other teams to support packaging initiatives. Product & Sample Management: Help order new packaging components for various projects and keep our samples and inventory organized. Technical Support: Assist with preparing, maintaining, and safely storing technical documentation to ensure information is accurate, accessible, and up to date. Team Collaboration: Support day-to-day R&D Packaging activities and contribute to other projects and initiatives as needed. SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED TO GET THE JOB DONE Education: Currently pursuing or re…

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