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Merehan Sedrak

Summary

Packaging Engineer with 4 years of experience in packaging design, testing, and optimization. Proven expertise in developing innovative, functional packaging solutions with a strong focus on durability, compliance, and cost efficiency. Skilled in problem-solving, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, with a commitment to improving packaging processes that drive product quality and operational performance. Dedicated to continuous improvement and enhancing both product presentation and customer satisfaction.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Packaging Engineer Intern

Batallure Beauty
Princeton, NJ
09.2024 - Current
  • Created and maintained detailed packaging specifications, ensuring precision and compliance with industry standards.
  • Performed rigorous testing on packaging for durability, functionality, and regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align packaging designs with technical and functional requirements.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement, providing feedback to enhance packaging quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Sales Associate

Swarovski
Freehold, NJ
04.2023 - 09.2024
  • Managed customer service and inventory flow, improving satisfaction by promptly resolving issues related to packaging and product availability.
  • Oversaw sales operations with a focus on packaging aesthetics and product presentation, driving increased customer engagement and business growth.
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets by strategically enhancing product packaging design, ensuring visually appealing and functional packaging that boosted customer satisfaction and sales performance.

Packaging Engineer Intern

Shiseido
East Windsor, NJ
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Led critical compatibility testing to ensure optimal interaction between packaging materials and product formulations, analyzing thermal stability and chemical reactions to maintain product quality and longevity.
  • Managed the development and implementation of fill and assembly specifications, collaborating with contract manufacturers to ensure accurate, compliant data, and streamlined this information into the company’s database to enhance operational efficiency and production standards.

Stock Associate

Hollister
Freehold, NJ
09.2020 - 06.2022
  • Managed and optimized inventory systems to ensure precise stock levels and efficient organization of packaging materials.
  • Implemented controls and streamlined restocking processes, achieving measurable improvements in inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • Conducted detailed audits, analyzing data to identify discrepancies and applying corrective actions to enhance inventory accuracy and reliability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Packaging Engineer

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ
05-2026

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Packaging Specification Development
  • Testing & Analysis
  • Inventory Management
  • Process Optimization
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Data Analysis
  • Problem Solving

Projects

  • EOF SUMMER INSTITUTE
    Next Generation project, Engineering Opportunity Program, 06/2022, 08/2022
  • Collaborated with a dynamic team of three individuals to successfully design and construct a fully functional cardboard hydraulic arm, showcasing a solid commitment to teamwork and hands-on engineering expertise. Cultivated innovative concepts that seamlessly merged contemporary ideals with the project, leading to a top-tier ranking and highlighting a demonstrated aptitude for creativity and practical engineering skills.

Certification

  • Intro to Packaging
  • CAD
  • Safety Engineering
  • Pack/Print and Decoration
  • Distribution Packaging
  • Intro to Supply Chain
  • Sustainability
  • Manufacturing
  • Packaging Lab 1

Timeline

Packaging Engineer Intern

Batallure Beauty
09.2024 - Current

Packaging Engineer Intern

Shiseido
06.2024 - 08.2024

Sales Associate

Swarovski
04.2023 - 09.2024

Stock Associate

Hollister
09.2020 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science - Packaging Engineer

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

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