Packaging Engineer

Job Title: Packaging Engineer
Pay rate: $49.90 /hr.
Location: Plymouth, MI
Zip Code: 48170
Start Date: Right Away
Keywords: #PlymouthJobs; #PackagingEngineerjobs;

Job Description:
The ideal candidate has excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills. This
role will communicate technical information to non-technical audiences. A self- starter who is
organized, collaborative and able to problem solve will excel in this role as they work in a fast-
paced environment with a variety of team members at all levels of the organization.

This is what you"ll do:
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
Please help the Talent Operations team gain a better understanding of the ideal candidate for
this role. To find and source excellent candidates we must understand their 'world' & 'where
they live' in the professional ecosystem. Please be as specific as possible.

*Where are they working currently?
oEV startups, any high-volume vehicle OEM, battery companies

*What types of professional, college organizations or clubs are they involved in?
oNot needed or preferred, only IOPP

*Where did they go to school?
oUW-Stout, Michigan State, RIT, Clemson
oIOPP

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com
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