Packaging Engineer

Generac • Waukesha, WI

12d

About The Position

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries. The packaging engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining all supplier packing and material presentation to the factory. This requires collaboration with engineering, quality, supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing. Supplier packaging will be a significant portion of the total cost of ownership model.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• 3 years of experience in a packaging design role
• Knowledge of ERP systems / SAP a plus
• SAP Business Objects
• Deep analytical mindset, and problem-solving acumen
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of leadership and with external providers

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and statistical analysis software
• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP.
• Ability to work creatively and analytically, both independently and in a team oriented, problem solving environment
• Teaching, training, coaching, or mentoring experience
• Experience working with International Companies and in a matrix organization

Responsibilities

• Develop in collaboration with the inventory analyst packaging models for all raw materials supporting the plan for every part (PFEP) and total cost of ownership (TCO) models
• Travel to the supply base to understand inbound materials and needed packaging
• Develop monitoring tools to ensure and communicate supplier adherence to the supplier packaging policy
• Develops and executes test methods, capability studies and protocols for packaging related improvements.
• Creates or validates packaging related SOPs and Work Instructions.
• Provides training for appropriate personnel performing packaging activities
• Develop policy for preservation of materials for service requirements
• Collaborate with project management and supplier sourcing to ensure all new product sourced has the correct packaging specification
• Present supply chain related information to internal and external stakeholders; Coordinate communication activities that highlight and publicize plans, goals and results.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities
• Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
• Eligible for summer hours! (Memorial Day – Labor Day)
• Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
• We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
• Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
• Product loan and discount programs

What This Job Offers

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