R&D - Packaging Engineer

Job Description

Designs and develops primary and secondary packaging for a cross section of Duracell products per Global Sector Initiative Master Plans. Primary focus will be on Lithium Coin and new product packaging. Supports Front End Innovation, Material and Structural Development in line with our Sustainability Principals. Scope includes introduction of new packaging materials, styles, and equipment, across the Duracell Global Segments. Cost Savings on materials and labor. Working cross functionally on project teams and with packaging sites. Creation of Technical Packaging Specifications, Standards and Bills of Material.

Responsibilities

• Material development, Vendor development, Package structural development, internally and with external suppliers.
• Work closely with R&D, on product and packaging innovations, specifically the interaction between package design on the product efficacy and stability.
• Work closely with Engineering to optimize packaging supply base for cost, lead time, quality, regionalization, standardization, supply assurance, and compliance with customer and internal requirements.
• Work with manufacturing departments and site Packaging Personnel to ensure that the packaging designs are optimized for manufacturability.
• Develop and qualify new packages, equipment, and materials
• Packaging Prototyping
• Performs and/or organizes required package testing to assure concepts will function within the targeted environment. Records and maintains all testing data results.
• Prepares, develops, and coordinates the necessary documentation for plants, vendors, marketing, distribution centers and retail customers.
• Audits packaging trends
• Manage work and projects within defined critical path schedules.
• Collaborate effectively with other functions internally, across the greater Duracell organization and with outside suppliers.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Technical degree in Packaging/Packaging related discipline preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of packaging design validation standards (ISO, ASTM, etc.), drafting and specification standards is a preference.
• Demonstrate proficiency in 3D design software and rapid prototyping is preferred.
• Knowledge in packaging technology & materials and certificate of packaging science highly desired
• 2-5 years' experience in Packaging Engineering/Design related work. Related Internship experience is included.
• Technical Mastery - Ideal candidate has demonstrated understanding and capability to work with packaging systems, materials, costing and processes. Strong understanding of package testing to assure developed concepts will function within the targeted environment is critical.
• Organization - Must be able to manage multiple priorities and details while maintaining focus on the larger picture, able to work well independently.
• Communication - Strong skills required. The ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral is critical. You will be dealing with internal customers, suppliers, and the overall Packaging organization domestically and globally on a regular basis.
• Collaboration - Must have demonstrated the ability to work well with and across other functions and levels, as well as with suppliers.
• Embraces Change - strong ability and interest in working in a fast paced and flexible environment.
• Occasional domestic and international travel required
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of the following programs beneficial:
• 3D Structural Design example: Solid Works
• Cad Design: Artios Cad
• Adobe/Adobe Illustrator
• Microsoft Products
  
  

About Us

Duracell is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of high-performance alkaline batteries, complemented by a portfolio of high quality, market leading specialty, rechargeable and professional batteries. Duracell's products power numerous critical professional devices across the globe such as heart rate monitors, defibrillators, telemetry devices, smoke detectors, fire alarms, automated valves and security systems. As the leader in the professional power category, Duracell has a rich history of innovation, continuously introducing batteries that are smaller, thinner, with more energy and longer lasting than competitive brands. Since March 2016, Duracell has found its permanent home within Berkshire Hathaway (ranked #4 World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine and #3 in the Fortune 500), and will continue to focus on sustainable growth, industry-leading innovation while creating long-term value for our customers and consumers. At Duracell, integrity, end-to-end accountability across all levels, fast decision-making and a "can do" attitude is highly valued.