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 Intern 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 recently completed a bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific or technical field, such as Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Packaging Science, or a related discipline.
• Lab Experience: Previous laboratory experience through academic coursework, projects, or internships is an asset. An interest in cosmetics and consumer goods is highly preferred.
• Process & Systems Thinking: An interest in finding better ways of working, building efficient processes, and creating tools that help teams stay organized.
• Digital Skills: Comfortable using digital tools such as Excel, Google Sheets, forms, and project management software. An aptitude for building trackers and organizing data is a big plus.
• Technical Curiosity: A basic understanding of packaging materials and testing methods is an asset, along with a willingness to learn.
• Attention to Detail: Able to follow detailed instructions, conduct checks carefully, and accurately document test results and findings.
• Organization & Time Management: Able to manage multiple tasks, keep information organized, and follow through on priorities.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Curious, resourceful, and eager to investigate issues, ask questions, and contribute ideas.
• Teamwork: Enjoys collaborating with different teams, learning from others, and contributing to a shared goal.
  
  

We’re looking for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys a balance of hands-on laboratory work and process improvement, and is excited to help us make the way we work a little better every day.

WHAT YOU'LL BE GAINING BY JOINING OUR TEAM

There’s a lot of good stuff that comes along with being a DECIEM team member. Here’s a few of our favourite perks and benefits, in no particular order…

• A hybrid work model (for applicable roles).
• A dog-friendly office (and lots of cute dogs to play with).
• Unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Program that includes mental health care, mindfulness programs, and more.
• Access to Development Grants & a LinkedIn Learning membership to help you keep growing and learning.
  
  

OUR CORE VALUES

We are a People first company that lives by our core values to…

✨ Defy Convention.

✨ Make it real.

✨ Play in the grey.

✨ Build Bridges.

✨ Be the rabbit.

These values continue to guide us in all that we do. Along the way, we’ve been honoured to win some pretty incredible awards, including a CEW Achiever Award, Best Skincare Brand at Sunday Times Style Beauty Awards, and Most Popular Sustainable Brand by The Cosmetify Index Global. We’re still blushing!

SUSTAINABILITY AND SOCIAL IMPACT

DECIEM’s objective is to build growth and do good things while prioritizing people, animals, and the Earth.

Our Sustainability strategy is focused on fighting climate change, improved waste management, responsible packaging, responsible sourcing and product lifecycle, and water conservation.

In 2020, DECIEM established the Good Fund to support both large and grassroots charities in response to global events.

CREATING A HUMAN WORLD OF BEAUTY

DECIEM is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by creating meaningful, measurable change in the lives of our team members and in the communities where we operate. Achieving equality is critical to DECIEM and our future. You can learn more about our DEI commitment in our open letter, "

DECIEM is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on age, colour, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are also committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted to be part of our recruitment process and require accommodation, please let us know.

WANT TO JOIN US?

Thank you for reading the whole thing! If you liked what you heard, kindly send us your resume. We really appreciate your effort in applying for this position. However, only those who have been shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. <3

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