Packaging Engineer Job Description
Packaging engineer
provides input to SME’s for MET and best practices for packaging materials, equipment, handling, and load securement.
Packaging Engineer Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
External interaction will include, however, is not limited to, equipment vendors, construction contractors, engineering services contractors, and co-manufacturing organizations
Enhances and validates package components and packaging processes
Responsible for identification and validation of package materials and suppliers
Evaluate, recommend, develop and implement packaging materials/systems based on multiple factors and influence
Working with process engineering groups to develop and define packaging processes
Conduct analytical testing on materials and interpret data findings
Manage all program costs related to packaging to budget
Maintain an up-to-date open issues tracking report using the format currently in place
Conduct thorough engineering/cost studies
Create packaging concepts using 3D modeling software
Packaging Engineer Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Packaging Engineer
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: ISO, 9001, DMAIC, PE, GMP, FSSC, OHSAS, PMP, CPP, APICS
Education for Packaging Engineer
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the packaging engineer job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Engineering, Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Technical, Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Education, Industrial
Skills for Packaging Engineer
Desired skills for packaging engineer include:
Packaging materials
ISO
Test methodology
Material handling equipment
ASTM
Materials
Processes
Packaging principles and operating systems for assigned platform
Equipment
Desired experience for packaging engineer includes:
Team oriented, strong drive for results
Previous automotive industry experience
Computer skills (Microsoft Office/Excel/Word/PowerPoint), AutoCAD, Access
Functional expertise in Packaging and Containerization disciplines
Strong understanding of financial control principles and sourcing reviews
Ability to data mine large amount of data and to work with mainframe software systems
Packaging Engineer Examples
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Packaging Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of packaging engineer. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for packaging engineer
- Advise employer or customers on efficient packing procedures, innovations in packaging materials, and utilization of sealing and fastening devices
- Develop and execute plan to implement returnable packaging for purchased materials
- Resolve other issues reported by 3PL or carriers
- For projects up to $2MM, develops Front-End-Loading packages (FEL’s) that are complete, clear, concise, and reflecting thorough due diligence to ensure project success
- Responsible for working with cross functional teams e,g
- He/she will evaluate technical problems and provides recommendations for corrective actions
- Develops and approves package testing plans and interprets results as required for various projects
- Design, conduct virtual prototyping modeling and simulation
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to timelines
- Coordinate and execute experiments, plant trials
Qualifications for packaging engineer
- Minimum two years experience in managing returnable packaging fleets is required
- 3 years minimum Industrial Packaging Engineering experience
- Minimum 5 years Industrial Packaging Engineer experience with experience in Returnable and Expendable Packaging
- Strong knowledge on Department of Transportation Regulations and Requirements for Shipping Prime Product
- A minimum of two years experience in managing returnable packaging fleets is required
- Must be able to demonstrate competency in handling the interpretations of blue prints and understand the dimensional tolerances to stack-up various component types
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Packaging Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of packaging engineer. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for packaging engineer
- Develop engineering drawings and specifications for structural materials and assemblies
- Analyze current warehouse layout, including manpower utilization, pick paths, material handling equipment, slotting, , and propose methods for improvement
- Develop deep understanding of strategic packages, products and processes to lead & drive growth of new packaging platforms
- Drive & lead continuous improvements to processes and procedures within HB Fuller EIMEA business
- Interact with the Purchasing and Transportation departments to develop standards and best landed cost
- Analyze expendable vs returnable container costs to create opportunities and improve Quality
- Identify and develop innovative technologies to meet these user needs through an effective balance of internal vs
- Routing and fixation of wire harness and power cables in cab and chassis
- Leading, designing parts to support the installation of the electrical/electronic system and wire harness into the vehicles concerned
- Assure the Quality of the installation components by using the quality tools (FMEA, DFA)
Qualifications for packaging engineer
- Implement supplier, 3PL and PW internal reusable container and new packaging improvement programs
- Identify packaging quality issues and notify supplier
- Investigate part damage, review supplier packaging then provide recommendations
- Internships or Co-op in food manufacturing a plus
- Proficient using AutoCAD software
- Knowledge of other areas such as Marketing, Operations, Procurement
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Packaging Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a packaging engineer. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for packaging engineer
- Support of functional departments such as 3P, Materials, Transportation, Engineering, Supplier Base, Quality, to provide technical assistance on all packaging related issues
- Develop and execute packaging test methods that specify measurement equipment, test set-up, measurement systems analysis, and data analysis and align to business and regulatory requirements and needs
- Operating cross-functionally
- Actively participating in cross-functional teams
- Maintaining compliance, consistency of practices and work quality
- Interfacing with other facilities, suppliers & contractors
- Maintain an up-to-date open issues tracking report
- Act as a representative of AIM Systems to all customer and suppliers
- Modify designs accordingly to optimize manufacturing and labor efficiencies
- Ensure project success by keeping project on schedule through written and oral correspondence while evaluating technical data, lab results, collaborative tests, distribution tests and line trials
Qualifications for packaging engineer
- Expert in memory device physics
- Basic design experience utilizing 3D CAD Software
- Experience performing data query analysis
- Bachelor's Degree in a related Logistics or Engineering discipline or equivalent experience
- Must posses a Bachelor of Science degree in Packaging Engineering
- Minimum of 3 years of Packaging Engineering experience in a retail product environment
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Packaging Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of packaging engineer. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for packaging engineer
- Develop packaging materials and palletizing specifications
- Lead industrial trials for introduction of new packaging materials or technologies
- Cost and quality optimization of existing packaging materials and technologies
- Create finished good package design to include complete technical documentation (drawings, specifications)
- Establish strong internal and external networks to obtain a diverse knowledge base, in-depth understanding of current and future issues, best practices
- The main responsibilities of the role will be to co-ordinate which parts need special containers developed and which require standard rentals
- Partner with external suppliers and internal cross-functional teams to identify, develop, trial and commercialize packing mediums for current and innovative products
- Establish design criteria and develop validation plans with internal and external partners to ensure design targets are met
- Analyze data for design, compatibility and tooling modifications
- Perform containerization analysis
Qualifications for packaging engineer
- Knowledge of / experience in packaging testing related to automotive
- Packaging design experience with thermo-formed trays, steel racks and returnable dunnage
- Knowledgeable about packaging design for logistics optimization
- Experience working with a production organization
- 5+ years of Packaging CAD Design experience (SolidWorks, Catia)
- In-depth knowledge of packaging, material compatibility and technologies related to development, testing and implementation of new product packaging and delivery system
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Packaging Engineer Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of packaging engineer. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for packaging engineer
- Significant experience in manufacturing processes including injection molding, metal processing, metal forming and stamping, hand assembly and automated assembly technologies
- Responsible for evaluating materials, design, and configuration of primary, secondary, and interplant packaging to optimize customer benefit, operations requirements, and the supply chain requirements
- Collaborate with Packaging peers within Structural Heart to identify and implement best practices for packaging technologies and packaging processes
- Provide Subject Matter Expertise in support of Adhesives Package Development and Commercialization
- Understanding the wants and needs of the consumer
- Manage the key relationships with outside suppliers and contractors on a project, specific basis
- Document and updates PFEP data for containers
- Resolves part quality issues caused by containers
- Identify, test, and develop innovative technologies to meet these user needs through an effective balance of internal vs
- Understand customer needs through literature review, customer interviews, direct observation, competitive analysis, and/or prototype evaluation
Qualifications for packaging engineer
- Understanding of package qualification and reliability methods and failure analysis is required
- Understanding of statistics, control methodology, FMEA, analytical trouble shooting in a factory environment is required
- Familiarity with PCB design and layout tools preferred
- Willingness to travel internationally, typically once per quarter
- BS Degree in technical/engineering field required
- 3+ years’ experience in package development and/or testing, preferably in CPG industry