Packaging Engineer - job 2 of 2

Serving at the Intersection of Family, Innovation, Quality and Care
Our most important asset is our people. Who we are, what we do, how we do it and why we are passionate are all centerpieces of why we succeed.

Recognized among America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2021 and 2022

Recognized as one of Chicago’s Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in 2022

Recognized as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace 2022

The Role

As our Packaging Engineer, you will lead the design, development and launch of packaging solutions for new and existing products across our entire business. You will be the packaging subject matter expert, working with various internal departments and cross-functional teams as well as outside vendors, taking initial concepts through to implementation. This includes developing specifications, creating prototypes, completing testing and maintaining documentation.

We operate in a hybrid work environment that offers two remote days per week.

You will...

• Work cross-functionally to manage multiple product and packaging development projects, tracking key milestones and ensuring timelines are met
• Partner with engineering teams in the U.S. and China to establish packaging specifications for new products and revisions, ensuring manufacturing feasibility
• Create structural packaging designs as well as product and packaging costings based on parameters provided
• Develop specifications and assist in building inspection plans for all sourced product and packaging
• Maintain engineering documentation by creating drawings, documenting revisions and ensuring timely upkeep of active and inactive files
• Participate in manufacturing process reviews to ensure product conformance to established specifications, efficient conversion rates and recognition of cost-saving opportunities
• Work directly with suppliers, communicating product specifications to support outsourcing of Supply Chain components
• Coordinate and purchase tooling as required by new and revised products
• Lead the technical assessment and development of the new product propositions

What You Bring to the Team

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in packaging design and development
• A Bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
• Experience working with a range of packaging materials, such as corrugated, films, paperboard and pallets
• Strong technical knowledge and skills with CAD technical drawing software (ArtiosCAD is ideal)
• An outgoing, friendly and collaborative attitude, with a motivation to stay on top of the latest technologies, materials and trends in product and packaging development
• The ability to multi-task and communicate effectively throughout the organization, managing projects across multiple teams and global business units
• A hands-on approach; able to visualize objects in 3D and create prototypes from various materials
• Exceptional project management skills with the ability to prioritize projects of varying scope across several business teams

You May Also Have…

• Basic abilities with graphic illustration software (Adobe) is a plus
• Experience working with an ERP system (Oracle) is a plus
• 2D/3D technical drawing training (SolidWorks) is a plus
• Working knowledge of the corrugated industry and general manufacturing is a plus

About Fellowes Brands

Founded on a rich 100-year history, our reputation, passion for excellence and Fellowes values - a belief in people, integrity, innovation and continuous improvement - live in every product we make, and inspire best-in-class design, quality and performance in all we do. Our four core values drive our behavior, approach and response to the world around us. Initiative. Integrity. Teamwork. Passion. These values are steeped in the character of our founder, Harry Fellowes, who established a value-based culture at Fellowes over a century ago.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

Fellowes, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a mutual service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered Fellowes' property, and Fellowes will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting the Talent Acquisition Department.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Hybrid remote

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Itasca, IL 60143: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Itasca, IL 60143