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We are seeking an experienced Contract Packaging Engineer to join our team immediately due to a critical staffing need with our client that is celebrating 60+ years of industry-leading innovation. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact while positioning yourself for a permanent full-time opportunity. The ideal candidate will step into a fast-paced environment and take ownership of both new product development packaging initiatives and sustaining packaging operations. ...
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities

New Product Development (NPD)

Set requirements for packaging in new product and process development to support packaging strategic objectives
Design and test packaging to protect inbound, internal and outbound parts/product from shipping and handling damage
Procure packaging solutions for new product development projects that meet quality, cost and schedule requirements
Use 3D CAD software to review and measure pre-released product designs and develop packaging concepts
Coordinate packaging development with supplier owned packaging

Sustaining Packaging Operations & Material Flow

Design containers to support supply chain, material flow and line presentation with lean manufacturing process flow objectives
Provide analysis of returnable packaging inventory requirements to management to support production volume and material stocking strategy
Define and monitor packaging repair processes to maintain safe and efficient material flow
Create and update packaging and labelling standards to support supply chain and internal packaging development

Quality & Customer Support

Partner with quality team to address packaging-related customer alerts and complete PPAP documentation
Respond to production line parts damage issues by investigating root cause and implementing corrective action with packaging solutions
Implement corrective actions to prevent recurring packaging problems
Maintain packaging documentation and specifications

Process Improvement & Cost Optimization

Support sustainability objectives by minimizing expendable material and process waste
Identify and execute packaging cost saving opportunities by taking advantage of emerging packaging industry products and technologies
Analyze current packaging processes and identify improvement opportunities
Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Work with manual processes and decentralized data systems

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:
Technical Competencies

3D CAD software experience (PTC Creo and Windchill preferred, or similar platforms)
Knowledge of packaging testing methods and quality standards
Understanding of manufacturing processes and production line requirements
Experience with PPAP documentation and supplier quality processes
Knowledge of sustainability and cost optimization in packaging
Familiarity with packaging automation and material handling systems

Soft Skills

Excellent project management skills - ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking capabilities
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Adaptability to work with manual processes and decentralized systems
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Education:
Bachelors

Experience:
4-7 years

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Packaging Sciences, Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical) or related discipline
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and cross-functional team collaboration
Experience with packaging cost analysis and supplier management
Familiarity with regulatory requirements for packaging materials


Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a packaging engineering professional ready to step into a challenging role with immediate responsibility and strong full-time potential, we want to hear from you. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a growing team and make your mark while building toward a permanent career opportunity.

Upload your resume today - www.spherion.com/apply

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

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We are seeking an experienced Contract Packaging Engineer to join our team immediately due to a critical staffing need with our client that is celebrating 60+ years of industry-leading innovation. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact while positioning yourself for a permanent full-time opportunity. The ideal candidate will step into a fast-paced environment and take ownership of both new product development packaging initiatives and sustaining packaging operations.

Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities

New Product Development (NPD)

Set requirements for packaging in new product and process development to support packaging strategic objectives
Design and test packaging to protect inbound, internal and outbound parts/product from shipping and handling damage
Procure packaging solutions for new product development projects that meet quality, cost and schedule requirements
Use 3D CAD software to review and measure pre-released product designs and develop packaging concepts
Coordinate packaging development with supplier owned packaging

Sustaining Packaging Operations & Material Flow
... Design containers to support supply chain, material flow and line presentation with lean manufacturing process flow objectives
Provide analysis of returnable packaging inventory requirements to management to support production volume and material stocking strategy
Define and monitor packaging repair processes to maintain safe and efficient material flow
Create and update packaging and labelling standards to support supply chain and internal packaging development

Quality & Customer Support

Partner with quality team to address packaging-related customer alerts and complete PPAP documentation
Respond to production line parts damage issues by investigating root cause and implementing corrective action with packaging solutions
Implement corrective actions to prevent recurring packaging problems
Maintain packaging documentation and specifications

Process Improvement & Cost Optimization

Support sustainability objectives by minimizing expendable material and process waste
Identify and execute packaging cost saving opportunities by taking advantage of emerging packaging industry products and technologies
Analyze current packaging processes and identify improvement opportunities
Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Work with manual processes and decentralized data systems

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:
Technical Competencies

3D CAD software experience (PTC Creo and Windchill preferred, or similar platforms)
Knowledge of packaging testing methods and quality standards
Understanding of manufacturing processes and production line requirements
Experience with PPAP documentation and supplier quality processes
Knowledge of sustainability and cost optimization in packaging
Familiarity with packaging automation and material handling systems

Soft Skills

Excellent project management skills - ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking capabilities
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Adaptability to work with manual processes and decentralized systems
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Education:
Bachelors

Experience:
4-7 years

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Packaging Sciences, Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical) or related discipline
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and cross-functional team collaboration
Experience with packaging cost analysis and supplier management
Familiarity with regulatory requirements for packaging materials


Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a packaging engineering professional ready to step into a challenging role with immediate responsibility and strong full-time potential, we want to hear from you. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a growing team and make your mark while building toward a permanent career opportunity.

Upload your resume today - www.spherion.com/apply

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

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Key ResponsibilitiesNew Product Development (NPD)Set requirements for packaging in new product and process development to support packaging strategic objectivesDesign and test packaging to protect inbound, internal and outbound parts/product from shipping and handling damageProcure packaging solutions for new product development projects that meet quality, cost and schedule requirementsUse 3D CAD software to review and measure pre-released product designs and develop packaging conceptsCoordinate packaging development with supplier owned packagingSustaining Packaging Operations & Material FlowDesign containers to support supply chain, material flow and line presentation with lean manufacturing process flow objectivesProvide analysis of returnable packaging inventory requirements to management to support production volume and material stocking strategyDefine and monitor packaging repair processes to maintain safe and efficient material flowCreate and update packaging and labelling standards to support supply chain and internal packaging developmentQuality & Customer SupportPartner with quality team to address packaging-related customer alerts and complete PPAP documentationRespond to production line parts damage issues by investigating root cause and implementing corrective action with packaging solutionsImplement corrective actions to prevent recurring packaging problemsMaintain packaging documentation and specificationsProcess Improvement & Cost OptimizationSupport sustainability objectives by minimizing expendable material and process wasteIdentify and execute packaging cost saving opportunities by taking advantage of emerging packaging industry products and technologiesAnalyze current packaging processes and identify improvement opportunitiesManage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneouslyWork with manual processes and decentralized data systems

experience

4-7 years

skills

Technical Competencies3D CAD software experience (PTC Creo and Windchill preferred, or similar platforms)Knowledge of packaging testing methods and quality standardsUnderstanding of manufacturing processes and production line requirementsExperience with PPAP documentation and supplier quality processesKnowledge of sustainability and cost optimization in packagingFamiliarity with packaging automation and material handling systemsSoft SkillsExcellent project management skills - ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlinesStrong problem-solving and analytical thinking capabilitiesEffective communication and collaboration skillsAdaptability to work with manual processes and decentralized systemsDetail-oriented with strong organizational skills

qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Sciences, Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical) or related disciplineKnowledge of lean manufacturing principles and cross-functional team collaborationExperience with packaging cost analysis and supplier managementFamiliarity with regulatory requirements for packaging materials

education

Bachelors

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