Kit Packaging Engineer
Fridley, MN - USA
Job Summary
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Your Opportunity:Taylor Corporation is seeking a Kit Packaging Engineer. The Kit Packaging Engineer is responsible for designing efficient safe and cost-effective packaging solutions for kit-based products while developing accurate labor and build-time estimates. This role combines engineering principles process optimization and data-driven estimating to ensure kits are assembled efficiently meet quality standards and arrive safely to customers.
Work Authorization:
To be considered for the Taylor opportunities candidates mustbe authorized towork in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
Your Responsibilities:
Designs packaging and/or displays to ensure integrity and appeal under varying shipping and display conditions.
Develop packaging configurations based on product size fragility weight and shipping requirements.
Tests analyzes and selects materials for packaging based on durability and cost effectiveness.
Identify opportunities for process improvements in packaging operations leading initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
Create packaging instructions specifications and standardized work documentation.
Validate packaging performance through testing (drop tests compression etc.).
Develop accurate time and cost estimates for kit assembly based on data.
Partner with operations and leadership to support pricing quoting and planning activities.
Ensure all packaging designs comply with relevant regulations and industry standards including safety and environmental guidelines.
You Must Have:
Requires a bachelors degree or 5 years of related experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Excel (modeling data analysis) and/or estimating software
Knowledge of packaging materials and shipping requirements
Detail-oriented innovative and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
We Would Also Prefer:
Proficiency in CAD software (Artios Cad) and packaging design tools
Experience in kitting fulfillment or print manufacturing environments
Knowledge of ERP systems
Theanticipatedannual salary range for this position is $. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors which may include as applicable the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just onecomponentof Taylor Corporations total compensation and benefits package for employees.
About Taylor Corporation
One of the largest print and communications firms in North America Taylors family of companies provides a diverse set of products services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the worlds most recognizable brands.
With more than 50 years of categoryexpertiseand10000 employeesspanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans dental vision wellness programs life and disability coverage flexible spending accounts health savings accounts a 401(k) plan with company match paid time off (PTO) and64 hoursof annual holiday pay.
The Employerretainsthe right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Taylor Corporationis an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national originveteranor disability status.
Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Grow your business with Taylor. Build your brand by using a single source for your print, packaging, labeling, marketing and supply chain services.