RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking a growth-oriented candidate to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & processes. This position will operate onsite at our customer's parts facility in Champaign, IL.

This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.

Packaging Engineer - Entry Level

In this role, you will design and develop returnable and expendable packaging for individual piece parts and bulk shipping to ensure the timely and efficient receipt and delivery of material. This position would be onsite 5 days a week, with occasional flexibility to be remote as needed.

Responsibilities

• Establish packaging and processing specifications at the part number level for new product introductions, cost savings, or other supply chain improvement.
• Develop, communicate and maintain supplier packaging requirements.
• Lead initiatives and collaboration with suppliers and facilities changing packaging to improve efficiency within receiving, warehousing, and/or line-side delivery.
• Create packaging concepts and container layouts using 3D modeling software (i.e. Pro-E).
• Perform cost analysis and develop business cases for implementing packaging improvements.
• Procure and validate new packaging and containers during pilot phase.
• Audit supplier conformance to packaging specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Engineering or related degree
• Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or hobbies
• Excellent communication both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments
• Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to thrive in a team environment

Desired Attributes

• Knowledge and understanding of 6 Sigma project management principles.

• Develop and deploy creative / original solutions to complex problems.

• Experience within operations at a manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge and experience with Pack Assistant and Teamcenter.

• Familiar with company policies and procedures with a strong department background.

• Additional packaging design experience in automotive or similar industry.

• Creo or Solid Works Packaging Modeling Experience.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

About RFA Engineering

RFA Engineering has provided product development and engineering services to industry leading customers since 1943. Our primary focus is the development of off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, mining, recreational, industrial, and special machines. Our work includes concept development, product design, documentation, problem-solving, simulation, optimization, and testing of components, systems and complete machines. Our engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Minneapolis, branch office in Dubuque, IA, and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S.
Competitive Benefits

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• TelaDoc: Virtual Health Care
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid / Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
• Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Education Assistance

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly