Entry Level - Packaging Engineer (# 7147)

Packaging Engineer 1 
Champaign, IL - Onsite 
12 months contract 

Job Description:    
Our customers and their equipment are hard at work in every corner of the globe, and they can’t afford to slow down or stop. They need our machines, engines and parts to do the world’s work. That’s what our logistics team makes possible—using the latest digital, analytics and data forecasting tools to move material where it needs to be, when it needs to be there. The Product Support and Logistics Division has an immediate opening for a Packaging Engineer in the Champaign, IL facility.  In this role, you will design and develop returnable and expendable packaging for individual piece parts and bulk shipping to ensure the timely and efficient receipt and delivery of material. Proper packaging design includes part containment, protection, and optimization of transportation and other supply chain functions. 

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Establish packaging and processing specifications at the part number level for new product introductions, cost savings, or other supply chain improvement. Develop, communicate and maintain supplier packaging requirements. Lead initiatives and collaboration with suppliers and facilities changing packaging to improve efficiency within receiving, warehousing, and/or line-side delivery. Create packaging concepts and container layouts using 3D modeling software (i.e. Pro-E). Perform cost analysis and develop business cases for implementing packaging improvements. Procure and validate new packaging and containers during pilot phase. Audit supplier conformance to packaging specifications. 

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Packaging, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain or other field. 0-2 years of experience as a Packaging Engineer or Packaging Analyst. Top Candidates Will Also Have: Experience with Manufacturing Enterprise Packaging System. Experience in conducting cost analysis preparing business cases. Experience in supplier collaboration implementing packaging and logistics changes. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal, teamwork, organization and communication skills. Knowledge and understanding of 6 Sigma project management principles. Develop and deploy creative / original solutions to complex problems. Experience within operations at a manufacturing environment. Knowledge and experience with Pack Assistant and Teamcenter. Familiar with company policies and procedures with a strong department background. Additional packaging design experience in automotive or similar industry. Creo or Solid Works Packaging Modeling Experience.

Why Client? “Whether it be ground-breaking products, best in class solutions or a lifelong career, you can build what matters to you at Client. With 150 locations in countries around the world, what you create at Client travels and helps people around the world. You can collaborate with the best minds in the industry, complete meaningful work and continuously grow and develop through our various opportunities. Here, you can do the work that matters.”

Why this Role?
- This role allows for the development of skills including teamwork, supply chain, quality, operations, and transportation. The exposure and communication skills to interact effectively provides career experience that can be applied to all job roles.

Typical task breakdown:
- Evaluate packaging opportunities while determining the impact on all affected groups. Utilize MS tools to assist in efficiency of evaluations. Communicate to all teams and document savings.

Interaction with team: 
-  Supply chain and quality team 

Work environment: 
- Office 70% and warehouse 30% requiring steel toe shoes, safety vests, and safety glasses.

Education & Experience Required: 
-  Engineering degree. No packaging experience required.
- Nothing will be over qualified 

Top 3 Skills
Communication
Problem Solving
Data analytical skills

Additional Technical Skills 
(Required)
-  Excel ( vlookups and pivot tables) 

(Desired)  
- Packaging experience 

Soft Skills
(Required)
- Teamwork 

(Desired) 
- Time management

Travel Requirement: none
Export Control Requirements: YES

Ravi Teja
615-219-6196
ravi.teja@harveynash.com