Packaging Engineer

Job Description

This position will be responsible to deliver the Packaging approval between the Gateway of to . As per launch timeline for Global Ford plants. Ensure the Packaging approved for both Internal and externally purchased parts with “Best in World” design, Low cost & ecofriendly packaging development for new and running Vehicle, Power train and Battery (PHEV/BEV) production parts.

Responsibilities

Major Responsibilities:

To design shipping containers to maximize CBM utilization in transportation

Bring new innovative ideas for packaging styles, materials etc based on industry / new tech updates

Benchmark NA, EU & IMG plants packaging. Incorporate Best in World design in terms of pkg. & freight costs

Simulate using Packaging Design oriented tool. Identify best packaging for each part and implement through standardized process

Drive environmental packaging sustainable solutions for lowest carbon footprint

Liase with suppliers, plant pkg., purchasing functions to complete on-time Pkg. sign off

Prepare reports based on standard reporting formats in Launch milestones.

Qualifications

Education Qualification: Engineering or other technical degree required. Example: Mech. Engr, Pkg Engr, Industrial Engr, are all acceptable. Degree in Packaging stream is an added advantage.

No. of Years of Experience: 3 to 5 yrs. in Packaging development & implementation

Professional Exposure: Working knowledge in Pack assist or similar packaging related software's

(Technical / System Skills) Hands on knowledge in Ansys, CATIA, CAD

Packaging material selection knowledge

Good Knowledge in various packaging methods across industries

Proficient in MS Office – ex: MS Project, Access, Excel

Preferred previous experiences: Prior experience in any of the following: Packaging development in FMCG , Automotives, pharma, e-commerce companies

Behavioral Skills: Results-oriented. Flexible, collaborative work style. Able to work cross-functional, multi-national teams in a fast-paced working environment

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Work in USA shift timings

Special Knowledge/Skills Required: Proven Packaging design skill sets

Good communication skills in English Language (written and oral)

Any Others: Some travel required

Ability to travel to other countries, ad-hoc basis