Job Description

Do you have a passion for designing and implementing packaging designs? We’re hiring a Packaging Engineer for our company's manufacturing facility in Durant, MS (relocation offered) .

If you possess:

• The ability to design, test and implement packaging designs for a manufacturing company; review and improve existing packaging
• Expertise in technical form, fit, function review and approval of shipping pallets
• Work with vendors, engineering, product management, operations, and purchasing to deliver new products

As a Packaging Engineer:

What you will do:

• Oversee and manage complete packaging development process, including the creation of packaging designs, prototype development, and performance testing
• Troubleshoot new and existing packaging problems involving designs, materials and processes and provide creative, timely, and cost-effective solutions.
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications of product to determine physical characteristics of item, special handling, environmental and safety requirements, and types of materials required for packaging.
• Establish standards and guidelines for supplier evaluation. Evaluate and select packaging suppliers/vendors; periodically conduct vendor reviews.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Participate in product introduction teams, to deliver new products.
• Identify and implement cost saving initiatives related to packaging materials, labor, efficiency, transportation, and storage.
• Work closely with Engineering to optimize packaging supply base for cost, lead time, quality, standardization, supply assurance, and compliance with regulatory, and internal requirements.
• Specify and recommend efficiency tools and test methods to develop and validate packaging designs.
• Work with the manufacturing department to ensure that the packaging designs are optimized for manufacturability.

Additional Qualifications Include:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, packaging engineering, industrial engineering or industrial design is required
• 4+ years of experience in industrial engineering or industrial design is required
• Knowledge and understanding of packaging design validation standards (ISO, ASTM, etc.), drafting and specification standards are essential
• Demonstrable proficiency in 3D CAD software
• Problem solving and decision-making skills are necessary
• Must have good communication skills, orally and written
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good understanding of process improvement and quality improvement concepts
• Experience in rapid prototyping is preferred
• Must be able to demonstrate project management skills and experience; project management certification is a plus

Fosters a Culture of:

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Appreciation & Recognition
• Advancement Opportunities
• Pay for Performance

Some Benefits and Perks Include:

• Industry Leading Healthcare
• Industry Leading Profit-Sharing Plan w/ Safe Harbor Contribution
• Generous Paid Time Away
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Parental Leave
• Free Onsite Fitness & Recreation Center

Our people come first as we aim for excellence. We value work/life balance and take pride in our culture of excellence, respect, innovation, teamwork, and service to others. Will you join us in our mission to ‘ align people and innovation to drive excellence ?’

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