Job Title
New Product Development (NPD) Executive – Printing & Packaging (Monocarton)
Company
Sri Lakshmi Container Concepts Pvt. Ltd. (SLCC)
Job Type
Full-Time
Location
Hosur, Tamil Nadu
Experience
2–5 Years (Printing & Packaging Industry Preferred)
Education
- Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Printing Technology
- Diploma / Degree in Packaging Technology
- Mechanical Engineering or any relevant technical qualification
Job Summary
Sri Lakshmi Container Concepts Pvt. Ltd. (SLCC) is looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented New Product Development (NPD) Executive to join our Product Development team. The candidate will be responsible for managing new packaging development projects from customer enquiry to commercial production, ensuring technical feasibility, quality compliance, and on-time execution.
Experience in monocarton packaging, flexographic or offset printing, carton converting, and pharmaceutical/FMCG packaging will be an added advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate complete New Product Development (NPD) activities from enquiry to production.
- Review customer artwork, specifications, drawings, and technical requirements.
- Conduct technical feasibility studies for new products.
- Prepare and maintain product development documentation.
- Generate and manage NPD Numbers, Job IDs, Product Codes, and development records.
- Coordinate with customers regarding technical clarifications.
- Work closely with Sales, Production, QA, Purchase, Planning, and Design teams.
- Develop manufacturing specifications and process flow.
- Prepare product development timelines and monitor project progress.
- Coordinate sample development and customer approvals.
- Follow up on artwork approval, die approval, and proof approval.
- Coordinate with die makers, plate makers, and raw material suppliers.
- Prepare Bill of Materials (BOM) and material specifications.
- Ensure all product dimensions, tolerances, and printing requirements are achieved.
- Support first production trials and machine setup.
- Monitor trial results and implement improvements.
- Maintain product master data and revision history.
- Handle Engineering Change Requests (ECR) and artwork revisions.
- Prepare Shade Cards, Standard Samples, and Master Samples.
- Maintain complete traceability of development activities.
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications and quality standards.
- Participate in customer audits and internal audits whenever required.
- Support validation and qualification activities for new products.
- Coordinate pilot batches until commercial approval is obtained.
Required Skills
- Knowledge of monocarton manufacturing processes
- Understanding of flexographic and offset printing processes
- Knowledge of carton converting operations
- Understanding of paperboard grades and packaging materials
- Ability to read engineering drawings and customer specifications
- Good communication and coordination skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- Excellent documentation skills
- Project coordination capability
- Time management and multitasking skills
- Basic understanding of GMP, ISO 9001, BRCGS, and pharmaceutical packaging requirements
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Preferred Technical Knowledge
- Folding carton manufacturing
- Artwork development process
- Structural packaging design
- Carton specifications
- Printing process parameters
- Color management
- Barcode requirements
- Packaging standards
- Packaging regulations
- Material specifications
- Quality control procedures
- Product validation
- Packaging development lifecycle
Responsibilities During Development
- Customer enquiry review
- Technical evaluation
- Product costing support
- Material selection
- Sample coordination
- Trial planning
- Trial execution
- Documentation
- Customer approval follow-up
- Commercial production handover
Soft Skills
- Strong communication
- Team player
- Positive attitude
- Self-motivated
- Detail-oriented
- Leadership potential
- Customer-focused mindset
- Decision-making ability
- Willingness to learn
- Ability to work under deadlines
Preferred Industry Experience
Candidates from the following industries are preferred:
- Folding Carton Manufacturing
- Monocarton Packaging
- Pharmaceutical Packaging
- FMCG Packaging
- Printing & Packaging
- Label Manufacturing
- Carton Converting
Why Join SLCC?
- Opportunity to work with leading pharmaceutical and FMCG customers.
- Exposure to complete product development from concept to commercialization.
- Professional growth in a modern packaging manufacturing environment.
- Collaborative and quality-driven workplace.
- Continuous learning and career advancement opportunities.
Salary
Salary will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, and interview performance.
How to Apply
Interested candidates may apply through Indeed or send their updated resume mentioning "Application for NPD Executive" in the subject line.
Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
