Supplier Quality Engineer 1
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Job Location:
Palo Alto, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Role Overview
12 months contract ; May extend
Client is hiring three Packaging Engineers to support compliance with the EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) . These roles focus on collecting packaging data supplier communication documentation and ensuring all packaging for EU bound products meets regulatory requirements.
Top Priorities
Compile product and packaging lists across business lines.
Work with existing suppliers to collect material data and compliance documentation.
Verify packaging content to ensure no restricted substances are present.
Enter and maintain documentation in SAP and other PLM systems.
Travel as needed to inspect packaging onsite.
Required Qualifications
Engineering degree (Mechanical Packaging or Industrial preferred).
2 years professional experience (not open to new graduates).
- 1-2 years of experience in design
- Basic knowledge of global regulatory requirements in particular the EU Directive 2025/40 (PPWR) as well as the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC or the EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230 or similar directives
- Experience in the field of Sustainability Circularity in the field of packaging transport and logistics processes as well as knowledge of corresponding global regulations
Experience reading engineering drawings.
Strong communication and independence-must interact confidently with suppliers and represent at sites.
Experience in supplier quality regulatory documentation or similar environments.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
NX or Teamcenter experience
CAD experience (SolidWorks Pro/E etc.)
Knowledge of welding symbols
Regulatory experience (e.g. ROHS FDA)
Experience with large scale packaging (e.g. medical device equipment crating)
Travel & Location Requirements
Roles are remote but not 100% work from home.
Priority regions (ideal candidates are within 1 2 hours of these sites):
Seattle WA
Chicago IL
Knoxville TN
Secondary / lower priority:
Austin TX
Palo Alto CA
Candidates in nearby states are acceptable if open to travel. Travel is U.S. only.
Role Requirements:
- May require travel to manufacturing sites Issaquah WA; San Jose CA; Hoffman Estates IL; OR Knoxville TN to verify aspects of packaging.
- May also require visits to supplier sites around the US
- Up to 25% travel could be expected
Key Skills
- Project / Program Management
- Change Management
- Succession Planning
- Procurement
- Program Management
- ISO 9001
- Lean Six Sigma
- Quality Systems
- Quality Management
- Supplier Management
- HACCP
- As9100
