Packaging Engineer

Snap-on Engineering Services Company • Kenosha, WI

384d

About The Position

The Packaging Engineer at Snap-on Engineering Services Co. plays a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing innovative packaging solutions for Snap-on products. This position focuses on ensuring that packaging meets industry standards, minimizes environmental impact, and effectively protects products during transit and storage. The engineer will collaborate with various departments to enhance packaging manufacturability and customer satisfaction while managing project timelines and budgets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in packaging design and development, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in design software such as Catia or Solidworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with sustainable packaging solutions.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for packaging in various industries.
• Familiarity with supply chain management and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Design innovative and cost-effective packaging solutions that meet product requirements, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop sketches, specifications, samples, and written analyses of proposed packaging for review and design approval.
• Utilize Catia, Solidworks, or other design tools to create prototypes and mock-ups for testing and product distribution.
• Develop and execute testing protocols to assess the performance and durability of packaging designs.
• Plan and direct activities pertaining to the design and development of protective packaging containers.
• Collaborate with product development, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to integrate packaging considerations into product design and production planning.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and priorities related to packaging.
• Analyze and interpret testing and materials data to solve technical packaging problems.
• Consult with purchasing, production departments, and external vendors to determine costs and feasibility of producing proposed packaging.
• Demonstrate project leadership skills and use technical background to reach relevant conclusions to meet customer needs and opportunities.

Benefits

• Paid time off, vacation and paid holidays
• Market competitive compensation
• Retirement programs including 401(k) Plan with matching employer contributions
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Basic dental, life, and accidental death insurance
• Short term and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Business travel accident insurance
• Health education programs
• Bonus and incentives based on position
• Tuition Assistance Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed