Chanel Packaging Materials Certification Engineer

Employment Full-time
Seniority Mid-Level
Posted Jan 6, 2026

Join Chanel in Pantin as a Packaging Materials Certification Engineer. This full-time role involves certifying packaging materials, maintaining material databases, and collaborating with suppliers and internal teams.

Overview

Chanel, a prestigious and independent luxury brand, is renowned for its commitment to creative freedom and human potential. As part of the larger Chanel group, the Perfumes and Beauty division stands out by promising to unveil the unique beauty of every woman through its fragrances, makeup, and skincare products. Chanel is dedicated to making a positive impact globally, fostering an environment where innovation and excellence are paramount.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Certify packaging materials for finished products in alignment with brand strategy and eco-design principles.
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of existing materials to ensure information traceability.
  • Collaborate with material and packaging suppliers to understand materials and identify potential impurities in packaging components such as materials, inks, varnishes, adhesives, and transformation additives.
  • Serve as the liaison with internal expert laboratories for toxicological and regulatory evaluation of materials.

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (Bac+5) in a relevant field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field of plastic materials, with additional knowledge of multi-materials (glass, aluminum) preferred.

Skills

Expertise in packaging materials and processes. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency in managing databases and ensuring data accuracy. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Experience

A minimum of 3 years in the field of plastic materials, with a preference for candidates with multi-material knowledge.

Education

Advanced degree (Bac+5) in a relevant field.

Workplace

The role is situated in Pantin, Île-de-France, France. There are currently 105 open positions in Pantin on Cerulean, with 13 added recently. Within Île-de-France, Cerulean currently features 3.727 open roles, including 101 recent additions. Across France, Cerulean lists 4.275 open roles — 127 of them newly added.

Benefits

Immersion in a dynamic, innovative, and learning-focused environment with exposure to unique creative, development, and industrialization methods alongside a diverse team of recognized experts.

Culture

Chanel fosters a dynamic and innovative workplace culture where creativity and human potential are at the forefront. The company values diversity in all its forms and encourages an environment where the uniqueness of each individual contributes to the richness of the team. Chanel is committed to sustainable practices and eco-design, reflecting its dedication to making a positive global impact.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.