Packaging Engineer- Container Planning
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Job Location:
Warren, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
A Packaging Engineer for Vehicle Programs is responsible for developing validating and implementing specialized containers that ship components & sub-assemblies into assembly plants. The work of a packaging engineer involves taking inputs from multiple partners understand supply chain & manufacturing constraints to develop a robust packaging solution. The key goal of a packaging engineer is to protect part quality while optimizing container density & logistics equipment to minimize enterprise costs.
Responsibilities:
Develop packaging solutions that support multiple partners in the supply base logistics and manufacturing
Execute project management on multiple container designs & commodities to support future program milestones & deliveries
Responsible to develop validation protocols including loading transportation and unloading to ensure robust designs
Ultimately the packaging engineer is responsible for developing a robust solution with high first time quality (zero rework).
Must be able to prioritize workload based on supporting multiple programs / studies at the same time and be able to work independently to meet goals & Key Performance Indicators.
Must be the technical expert for packaging at a commodity level to support future strategies from a container & logistics perspective
Encouraged to lead discussions and ask questions to help identify critical constraints that the container must support while controlling costs within multifunctional groups
Identify and eliminate waste within the logistics manufacturing and material handling processes
Required Experience:
2 years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing supply chain program/product management packaging/design engineer manufacturing logistics or product development
Experience related to packaging designs utilizing 3D modelling design software manufacturing processes or materials
Solid understanding of material handling or manufacturing processes
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and/or difficult
High level of interpersonal communication skills to work effectively with others
Hands on problem solving ability
Self-motivated and strong initiative
Strong project management and organization skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently with little or no supervision
Must be willing to travel 25% Domestically Internationally however some scheduled overnight trips to plants within North America
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Finance related field
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Strategies and Quality Systems
Good eye for business organizational and strategic agility
Experience in developing Cost/Benefit data analysis (Business Cases)
Red X/problem solving proficiency
Knowledge of vibration data acquisition and testing Unigraphics NX TcAE Autoweb knowledge and application
ISTA or ASTM validation & testing protocols
Good communication and digital literacy to work optimally across the organizations.
3D modelling and CAD software knowledge preferred (UG-NX & Teamcenter experience)
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