{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"74b9dd2ffb4bfb2a899d44d9","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/74b9dd2ffb4bfb2a899d44d9","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/74b9dd2ffb4bfb2a899d44d9","title":"Packaging Optimization Lead","description":"Job Description: Packaging Optimization Lead\nCompany: [Eterna Management] Location: Orange County, California (On-Site) Industry: Third-Party Logistics | Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Director of Operations\nAbout Us\nWe are a fast-growing Orange County-based third-party logistics (3PL) provider specializing in the handling, fulfillment, and distribution of hemp-derived products. Think of us as the pit crew behind the race car — our clients are out there winning customers, and we make sure every package leaves our facility fast, compliant, and cost-optimized.\nPosition Overview\nThe Packaging Optimization Lead is the architect of our packaging ecosystem. Just as a master chess player thinks ten moves ahead, this role anticipates inefficiencies before they become problems — redesigning workflows, cutting dimensional weight costs, and ensuring full compliance. You will own the packaging process from concept to shipment, leading a team in a dynamic, regulated environment.\nKey Responsibilities\nProcess Optimization\nAudit and redesign packaging workflows to reduce material waste, labor costs, and dimensional weight charges — think of this as tuning an engine so every cylinder fires at the right time\nIdentify and implement automation or technology solutions to improve packing speed and accuracy\nBenchmark packaging KPIs and continuously drive improvement across throughput, error rates, and cost per unit\nCompliance & Regulatory Oversight\nOversee label accuracy, QR code integration, and required health/ingredient disclosures\nPartner with the compliance team to stay ahead of evolving state and federal hemp packaging laws\nTeam Leadership\nLead, schedule, and develop a packaging team of 8–15 associates across multiple shifts\nFoster a culture of precision — like a symphony conductor ensuring every instrument plays its part on time\nClient & Vendor Relations\nSource and negotiate with packaging material vendors to balance cost, sustainability, and compliance\nInventory & Systems\nMaintain accurate packaging inventory levels within the Warehouse Management System (WMS)\nCoordinate with fulfillment and receiving teams to prevent bottlenecks\nRequired Qualifications\n3+ years of experience in packaging, fulfillment, or production operations —nutraceuticals, or regulated CPG industries\nPackaging and labeling regulations\nDemonstrated experience leading teams in a warehouse or production environment\nProficiency with WMS platforms and Microsoft Office/Google Suite\nStrong analytical mindset — you see data like a GPS, using it to reroute toward efficiency\nAbility to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with 3PL operations and multi-client fulfillment environments\nFamiliarity with sustainable packaging practices and eco-friendly material sourcing\nOSHA 10 or 30 certification\nPay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour\nBenefits:\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nPaid time off\nVision insurance\nApplication Question(s):\nHave you worked in a regulated product environment — nutraceuticals, hemp, supplements, or similar?\nWhat Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) have you used?\nHow large was the team, how many shifts\nWork Location: In person","company":"Eterna Management","rawCompany":"eterna management","city":"Santa Ana","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-19T14:46:15.923Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9111.00","title":"Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders","slug":"packaging-and-filling-machine-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"11-3051.00","title":"Industrial Production Managers","slug":"industrial-production-managers"},{"code":"53-7064.00","title":"Packers and Packagers, Hand","slug":"packers-and-packagers-hand"}],"industries":[{"code":"561910","title":"Packaging and Labeling Services","slug":"packaging-and-labeling-services"},{"code":"488991","title":"Packing and Crating","slug":"packing-and-crating"},{"code":"493110","title":"General Warehousing and Storage","slug":"general-warehousing-and-storage"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Packaging Optimization Lead","description":"Job Description: Packaging Optimization Lead\nCompany: [Eterna Management] Location: Orange County, California (On-Site) Industry: Third-Party Logistics | Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Director of Operations\nAbout Us\nWe are a fast-growing Orange County-based third-party logistics (3PL) provider specializing in the handling, fulfillment, and distribution of hemp-derived products. 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