Position Summary:
The Production Control Packaging Engineer plays a vital role in optimizing the packaging process to improve efficiency and product protection within the industrial production processes, including inventory control, logistics, meta-analysis, and production coordination in the manufacturing facility. They are responsible for designing, testing, developing, evaluating, and implementing packaging solutions within the manufacturing process. They possess strong technical and problem-solving skills, creativity in packaging design, knowledge and understanding of various packaging materials and methods, a keen eye for detail, a commitment to environmental sustainability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design, review, and approve packaging for supplier material delivery.
- Design, review, and approve rack/dolly for material lineside transportation and storage.
- Maintains dolly inventory condition while scheduling cycle and repairs of dolly inventory.
- Maintains mobile equipment inventory condition while scheduling and coordinating repairs and preventive maintenance (PM).
- Chooses the most suitable packaging materials based on product specifications, product fragility, weight, cost considerations, and environmental impact.
- Evaluates packaging costs and finds cost-effective solutions without compromising product protection and quality and safety requirements.
- Implements quality control measures to ensure that packaging materials and methods meet industry standards and product specifications.
- Collaborates with packaging material suppliers, negotiates contracts, and maintains supplier relationships.
- Develops sustainable packaging strategies and practices to reduce waste and minimize environmental impact.
- Manages inventory of packaging materials to ensure a consistent supply for production needs.
- Continuously improves packaging processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and streamline operations.
- Works cross-functionally with production teams, EHS, Quality, and logistics personnel to coordinate packaging efforts in the manufacturing process and resolve packaging-related issues.
- Maintains portfolio, detailed records, and documentation related to packaging materials, costs, design specifications, and quality control.
Qualifications & Preferences:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in packaging engineering, material science, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication skills and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Diverse knowledge of various packing materials, applications, and design.
- Experience in CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, etc.
Preferred:
- Advanced degree in a related field preferred.
- Experience in fast-paced, high volume automotive industry strongly preferred.
- Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Advanced Microsoft Office expertise.
- Experience with SAP ERP.
Travel Requirement:
Working Hours (Shift) Requirement:
Employment opportunities at HMGMA will be completed in multiple phases.
Shift assignment for this position may change to meet the business needs.
Any changes will be communicated to employees and according to accommodation; will be considered.
Compensation & Benefits:
Company offers opportunities for growth, competitive pay, and benefits.
Benefits include competitive Medical / Vision / Dental insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, and competitive 401k plan.
93% company-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance (starts on Day 1)
401K Program - up to 6% match: 100% vested at 5 years of service (starts 30 days after start date)
Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term Disability and Long-Term Disability
Relocation package available.
Other Information:
Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.