Packaging Engineer
Packaging Engineer
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$ 87480 - 131280
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Career Area:
Supply Chain and LogisticsJob Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it.
At Caterpillar we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented bright and driven individuals we wouldnt be the Caterpillar we are today. Now this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Packaging Engineer in Champaign IL.
OurProduct Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)is one of the most innovative divisions within PSLD as within all of Caterpillar our priority is ourcustomers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts integrated logistics and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers.
Werecommittedto our customers who build a better world with our products services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. Were exploring new ideas and opportunities innovatingto discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrows growth.
Job Summary:
The Packaging Engineer executes solutions on packaging design and usage and related safety quality delivery and cost.
Additional Info:
- This position requires the candidate to work a 5 day-a-week schedule in the Champaign IL office.
- Relocation Offered: None.
- Sponsorship Offered: None.
What You Will Do:
- Establish packaging and processing specifications at the part number level for new product introductions cost savings or other supply chain opportunities.
- Communicate with existing facilities on packaging issues
- Perform cost analysis on current packaging processes and recommend changes where appropriate
- Lead Green Belt projects
- Review packaging so parts are protected shipped and delivered to the customer in a usable fashion
- Design for transport efficiency
- Perform containerization analysis testing and quoting
- Validate new packaging and containers during pilot phase
- Coordinate with operations for storage and ergonomic considerations
- Develop kitting packaging
- Resolve safety and / or quality issues caused by current packaging
- Resolve issues reported by customers and process partners
- Develop communicate and maintain supplier packaging requirements
- Audit conformance to packaging specification
- Joint Process Improvement with packaging vendors and purchasing
- Create packaging concepts using 3D modeling software (i.e. Pro-E)
What You Have (Required Skills):
- Bachelor of Science Degree or higher in Packaging Mechanical Industrial or equivalent engineering degree
- Service Excellence: Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.
- Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit receive and accurately interpret ideas information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
- Packaging: Knowledge of packaging tools approaches and practices; ability to package products and components safely and attractively.
What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills):
- Packaging design experience in automotive or similar industry
- Supply chain knowledge
- Transportation and logistics knowledge
- Experience with PowerBi
What You Will Get:
- Through it all we areone team creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.
- Learn more about theCaterpillar Experience.
Summary Pay Range:
$87480.00 - $131280.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical dental and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
August 20 2025 - September 3 2025Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
