The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.
Long Description
The Analyst, Digital Printing & Development will support the technical execution of digital printing initiatives for packaging, leading feasibility testing, and test art development, and supporting execution for regional programs. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated professional with an ability to work both independently and collaboratively against tight timelines, and will possess exceptional analytical skills, learning agility, and project management skills. This position will work with various stakeholders and cross-functional teams across brands and/or regions but will be based at 65 Maxess Rd, Melville NY (on-site daily).
Key Responsibilities
Feasibility Testing
Execute feasibility testing on various packaging formats, create die lines, and troubleshoot for digital printing on packages while adhering to timelines
Independently manage the package testing queue, coordinating components and materials and following up with Package Testing, R&D, Supplier, and Developer as required
Develop and maintain working relationships with vendors and internal groups to understand testing status and troubleshooting techniques for test failures
Conduct feasibility reviews to determine if testing is required based on historical data
Collaborate with department manager and director, material science, and other functions to develop predictive tools and techniques to optimize testing workflows
Manage on-site inventory of components and materials
Create, update & maintain testing documentation as needed for successful execution (guides, checklists, etc.)
Physically maintain digital printing equipment with daily and weekly cleaning tasks, part replacements, and third-party servicing
Communicate to various stakeholders regarding testing status, timelines and results as needed
Digital Artwork and Sampling
Use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and other applications and tools to create new designs and effects suitable for digital printing
Collaborate within the department as well as with Creative and brand teams to translate new artwork concepts for digital printing into physical samples to support program pipelines
Technical Troubleshooting
Serve as a point of contact for equipment and software issues related to digital printing
Create and update technical troubleshooting guides
Support virtual training sessions for regional operations teams as needed
Project and Program Support
Support ad-hoc projects related to digital printing, (e.g., root cause analysis for test failures).
Aid in the identification and vetting of new and emerging technologies and decoration effects
Serve as a project coordinator for regional executions, interfacing with the brand and operations teams to ensure successful and on-time execution to meet annual program revenue targets
Support department manager and director on feasibility testing needs for global programs
Qualifications
Education: College/University graduate
0-2 years of experience in a packaging or production environment
Technical aptitude and hands-on experience with machinery preferred
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Highly organized and able to work independently
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines
Eagerness to learn and develop new skills
Creative with a keen eye for detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Availability to attend virtual meetings as needed outside local time zone
Experience with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and handling graphic/art files preferred
Knowledge of printhead technologies, ink formulations, color matching, print quality, and equipment maintenance best practices is an asset
Familiarity with industry-standard printing applications (e.g., RIP software) is an asset
Location
65 Maxess Rd, Melville NY (onsite daily)
10-25% travel time as needed to local offices/sites
Pay Range:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $70,000.00 to $90,000.00 . Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.
In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.
Michigan Applicants: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.
Philadelphia Applicants: Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring Law
Rhode Island Applicants: The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.
