Advanced Packaging Engineer

Lear Corporation • Southfield, MI

21h • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the packaging team, the Advanced Packaging Engineer will be responsible for supporting and developing packaging solutions that support new and ongoing automotive programs. This position focuses on pre-source quoting, identifying and developing returnable packaging suppliers, and managing our Lear Packaging Approval System (LPAS).

Advance Packaging Engineer is responsible to support early-stage program development through pre-source program quoting, supplier engagement, and management of LPAS (Lear Packaging Approval System).
This includes all activities related to the planning, budgeting, design, procurement, and management of both returnable and expendable packaging for a variety of automotive seating components.  
Additional responsibilities include supporting new product launch teams and meetings, driving continuous improvement, analyzing engineering drawings and specifications of packaging, and collaborating with cross-functional organization to manage new packaging launches.
Ensure packaging solutions meet customer, quality, safety, and sustainability requirements.
Support cost modeling, tooling investment analysis, and ROI evaluations for packaging programs.
Maintain accurate packaging documentation, standards, and change control throughout the program lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor in Packaging, or Related Study
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Plant Staff, Sales, Purchasing and Program Management
• Coordinate and manage packaging activities with multiple regions when necessary
• 2-3 years of experience with Logistics in Relation to Packaging
• Strong social skills, ability to communicate to all levels of Management
• Experience with Just in Time (JIT) Manufacturing
• Microsoft Office (Excel)
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

Nice To Haves

• 3 Years working experience in Automotive Packaging
• Continuous Improvement Background

Responsibilities

• Support early-stage program development through pre-source program quoting, supplier engagement, and management of LPAS (Lear Packaging Approval System).
• Planning, budgeting, design, procurement, and management of both returnable and expendable packaging for a variety of automotive seating components.
• Supporting new product launch teams and meetings, driving continuous improvement, analyzing engineering drawings and specifications of packaging, and collaborating with cross-functional organization to manage new packaging launches.
• Ensure packaging solutions meet customer, quality, safety, and sustainability requirements.
• Support cost modeling, tooling investment analysis, and ROI evaluations for packaging programs.
• Maintain accurate packaging documentation, standards, and change control throughout the program lifecycle.

Benefits

• High visibility role with exposure to cross-functional teams including Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Program Management.
• Opportunity to support new product launches and influence packaging strategy early in the program lifecycle.
• Hands-on experience with both returnable and expendable packaging across multiple programs and regions.
• Collaborative environment with autonomy to manage projects and make meaningful impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level