Packaging Engineer

• Propose, evaluate, and implement packaging and shipping container systems based upon understanding of supplier requirements, production processes, logistics, distribution, warehousing, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide design direction and development plans of protective packaging containers, dunnage, and unique shipping racks
• Interface with SIA Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, Environmental and Safety departments along with SIA Suppliers to gather and develop packaging requirements
• Project Manage development of packaging for approximately 60 assigned suppliers and monitor packaging design into mass production to ensure quality part shipments
• Identify requirements and address concerns during development
• Support with packaging related issues in mass production
• Manage project budgets, risks, and change management
• Support overall supply chain cost reductions in the areas of packaging investment, expendable expense, transportation, and handling costs through packaging design without sacrificing part quality or personnel safety

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Packaging, or equivalent work experience in automotive packaging
• Working knowledge of CAD and technical drawings
• Proficient at project management, risk mitigation and communication
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office Suite and experience with CAD software (i.e., Inventor or SolidWorks)
• Familiarity with Manufacturing (machining, welding, injection molding etc.) and Supply Chain processes
• Strong knowledge in a large variety of materials (steel, composites, foam, etc.)
• Experience with designing to standards such as ASTM with an understanding of packaging testing and validation
• Willing to travel to remote sites as needed for container development, implementation, and packaging quality issue resolution.

• Minor or supplemental education in Global Supply Chain
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently with a high level of precision
• Meticulous attention to detail and a continuous improvement focused
• Assertive approach to solve problems
• Ability to influence and guide while being open to technical feedback
• Results oriented, self-motivated, and strong work ethic
• Organized with ability to prioritize tasks according to changing conditions

Nearest Major Market: Lafayette