What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Engineer position at RGBSI?
The Packaging Engineer is responsible for the design and implementation of all packaging
materials: including custom racks, standard baskets, totes/bins, and expendable packaging.
A clear understanding of material flow processes into, within, and out of all client facilities.
This position falls under the Logistics, Supply Chain umbrella.
·Identify and develop relationships with top quality global packaging and material
handling suppliers.
·Support the Company's mission, vision, values and goals
·Responsible for implementing, improving and maintaining the packaging standards
for inbound components and raw material
·Work with tier 1 and 2 level suppliers to assure conformance to packaging standards
·Designs and develops protective containers, dunnage, unique shipping racks and
expendable domestic and international
·Analyzes engineering drawings and specifications to determine physical
requirements, quality, safety and materials needs
·Determines cost and feasibility of expendable versus returnable packaging
·Determines container costs, movement costs and feasibility limitations
·Lead project teams of significant scope including other engineering colleagues
·Coordinate vendor and/or colleague work assignments on packaging projects
·Organize and lead cross-functional work teams
·Responsible for adhering to all internal and OSHA required safety procedures in
performing daily work activities
·Maintain a positive working relationship with all levels of the organization
·Adherence to all company policies and procedures
·Work with customer / supplier contacts to gain approval for packaging
·Work with manufacturing both internally and externally to determine packaging
requirements
·PFEP – Plan for Every Part owner
This is what you'll need:
·Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Engineering or equivalent experience
·3-5 years in packaging experience required, Automotive Packaging experience
(preferred)
·Knowledge of / experience in packaging testing (ISTA, ASTM, UN)
·PFEP and process flow mapping experience
·Cost modelling experience – close working relationship with Purchasing and Logistics
·Proficient in Microsoft Office software
·SolidWorks, Catia – modeling experience; basic manipulations
Salary : $40 - $48
