Charm R.
Research and Development Associate
Notable Highlight
She helped launch a new feminine care product line under the PHCare brand, including a feminine serum paired with a feminine cream. The achievement involved resolving multiple formula and packaging compatibility issues before the products reached market.
Experience Summary
NAME: Charm LOCATION: Philippines AVAILABILITY: 30 days Charm has 10 years of experience in research and development and packaging development within the personal care industry. Her work encompassed consumer packaging, product and packaging assessment, material evaluation, supplier coordination, cost comparison, testing, and process improvements. She managed commercialization-related packaging initiatives, including supplier coordination, artwork review, technical drawing evaluation, prototype development, and project support from conceptualization through launch. Her background also included consumer testing, such as central location tests, in-depth interviews, training, and packaging and product consumer studies. She used SAP, Google Meet, Zoom, Microsoft Office/Excel, and internal company systems.
Key Achievements
Helped launch a new feminine care product line under the PhCare brand, including a feminine serum and cream. The achievement was notable due to multiple formula and packaging compatibility iterations required before successful product development.
Skills
Experienced in packaging development for personal care products, including flexibles, rigid bottles, and tubes. Handles supplier coordination, sample sourcing, cost comparison, compatibility testing, and stability testing. Supports artwork checking, technical drawing review, prototype development, and regulatory-related coordination. Has hands-on experience in consumer testing, in-depth interviews, panel training, and generating packaging/product feedback insights.
Work Experience
Research and Development Associate
a previous company · Mandaluyong City, Philippines · Jun 2022 – Present
- Conduct competitor, market, and product research to identify trends, opportunities, and benchmarking insights.
- Conduct competitive product evaluations to inform R&D strategies and drive innovation.
- Support cost comparisons, commercial evaluations, and data-driven analyses to inform business decisions, while assisting with performance reviews, reporting, and post-launch assessments.
- Coordinate and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and packaging vendors to support product development and commercialization activities.
- Develop packaging concepts, prototypes, and testing programs to ensure functionality, quality, consumer appeal, and regulatory compliance.
- Manage project timelines, deliverables, and follow-up actions to ensure milestones are achieved, while effectively communicating product specifications, requirements, updates, revisions, and approvals across stakeholders.
- Coordinate supplier quotations, pricing updates, and cost negotiation activities, while investigating and resolving pricing discrepancies with suppliers and manufacturing partners.
- Identify and implement process improvements that enhance R&D efficiency and support innovation initiatives.
- Prepare clear summaries, reports, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Maintain and manage SKU databases, bills of materials (BOMs), and costing models to ensure accurate and up-to-date commercial information.
- Review packaging artwork, technical specifications, line drawings, and production proofs for accuracy and consistency, while coordinating approvals, revisions, and communication between internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Verify packaging claims, product specifications, and labeling for compliance with regulatory and retailer requirements. Support claim substantiation by gathering and reviewing supporting documentation to ensure all claims are accurate, valid, and approved before production and launch.
- Supervise packaging validation and testing activities, and ensure all approved packaging assets, materials, and artwork are delivered on schedule to support successful product launches.
- Maintain laboratory records and document experiments and results to ensure compliance and facilitate knowledge transfer.
- Train and mentor junior staff on laboratory techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety and proficiency.
- Lead sensory evaluation initiatives for packaging, including managing consumer testing.
- Coordinate and conduct consumer testing initiatives and feedback programs to evaluate product performance, usability, and customer satisfaction.
- Manage study setup, testing logistics, and participant engagement, while collecting, analyzing, and interpreting results to generate actionable insights and recommendations.
- Serve as a trained sensory panelist and conduct consumer product testing.
- Design and lead the Dispensing Test Method Assessment, incorporating consumer perspective to evaluate conformance of Product Viscosity vs. the Packaging Closure.
Research and Development–Packaging Specialist
RCM · Bulacan, Philippines · Apr 2019 – May 2022
- Collaborate with NPD team to conceptualize innovative product ideas, enhancing product portfolio.
- Perform Functionality and Stability Testing for Cosmetics and Soap division related to packaging.
- Perform and supervise machine trial and commissioning for packaging materials.
- Create and check packaging layout for display box, corrugated box, labels, etc.
- Prepare documented report for Packaging Material testing and evaluations.
- Assign packaging codes and complete the BOM through ERIC portal.
- Request packaging materials from Purchasing department through ERIC and manual PR.
- Attend production-validation and turn overs "key instruction" to linelearders or sub leader in witness of quality assurance personnel.
- Conduct on-site visits with suppliers and clients to foster strong partnerships and improve collaboration.
- Collaborate with interlinked departments (Sales, Cost-Accounting, PPICS, Marketing, Production, QA-QMS Department, Warehousing and Logistics).
3D CAD and Process Design Engineer
TP · Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu · Jun 2017 – Feb 2019
- Create 3D models for fabrication, modification, repair, and other client's molds.
- Apply analytical reasoning to choose the most appropriate course of action.
- Apply analytical reasoning to diverse and somewhat complex responsibilities.
- Apply analytical reasoning to broad responsibilities in resolving complex/multi-faceted situations.
- Model parting lines for fabrication, modification, repair, and other client's molds.
- Create machining instructions for fabrication, modification, repair, and other client's molds.
- Coordinate with other divisions in Die and Mold Tooling for pilot-run of CAD-CAM data while analyzing actual results created by manufacturing machines such as CNCs and EDM, and perform necessary program or data corrections to achieve better results.
- Perform design and quality checking of coppers, piece blocks, and item parts.
On-the-Job Trainee, Packaging Development & Printing Press Division
MS · Jaro, Iloilo City · Jul 2016 – Aug 2017
- Create design and input data to the official company website using Adobe Illustrator under Pre-Press Section.
- Perform quality and WIP monitoring of the product item under Production and Planning Control Section.
- Assist and receive training in the production area under Quality Control, Surface Treatment, and Finishing Sections.
- Prepare and submit Time Study and Quality Countermeasure Reports to the Production and Admin Managers.
On-the-Job Trainee, Packaging & Printing Division
TCP · Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu · Sep 2016 – Apr 2017
- Act as a Packaging Specialist and cater to the needs of clients.
- Create innovative packaging design and layout from existing packaging of a product.
- Create innovative packaging design and layout for new products that need packaging.
- Create graphics design for specific packaging or products that fit the desired output of the client and can be competitive in the marketplace.
- Assist in assembly of model kits using provided tools and materials.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and production areas.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth workflow during production shifts.