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Title : Packaging Engineer
Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
Location : Westborough, MA 01581
Pay Rate : $40 / hr to $45 / hr
Duration : 11 months
Job Description :
We're looking for an experience Packaging Engineer with a background in the industrial space. This individual will work in the Process Engineering Pkg team to support the development of component packaging for NPI projects. Will be required to work towards the identification, development and commercialization of new, improved and cost-efficient packaging while supporting the cross functional support tasks. Along with NPI packaging development, candidate will also take ownership of current production level General Availability packaging systems and conduct root cause analysis and implement countermeasures to address field quality defects associated to packaging. This role will report directly to the lead Packaging Engineer.
Responsibilities :
Manage the development of Packaging concepts with preferred Packaging Vendors and Component part Suppliers.
Coordinate packaging performance testing, qualifications and validations per ISTA standards.
Plan and direct activities concerned with design and development of packaging : Analyze engineering drawings and specifications of product to determine physical characteristics of component, special handling and safety requirements.
Direct development of sketches, specifications, samples and written analyses of proposed packaging solutions for design approvals from cross functional groups.
Provide optimum trailer loading configuration to Logistics partners to maximize cubing efficiency.
Create, update, and maintain all packaging specific part numbers in PLM system.
Collect Packaging Data Sheet (PDS) from part suppliers
Create and Manage Supplier Packaging database.
Required Skills :
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering with strong background in packaging
3-5 years of relevant work experience
Familiar with packaging base materials and systems
Strong SolidWorks and AutoCAD Design background.
Ability to review, write and implement packaging SOP’s and WI’s.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills :
Familiar with Transportation and Logistics Principles. Working knowledge of palletizing and trailer loading software suites such as TOPS, CAPES, and EasyCargo.
Familiar with Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) calculation methods. Working knowledge of Sustainability impact software such as Compass (Trayak).
Familiar with industry test standards (ISTA and ASTM).
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