Packaging & Supply Chain Systems Specialist

Allison Transmission•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Packaging Engineer / Packaging Systems Specialist is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of packaging solutions, material handling processes, and packaging standards that support manufacturing, supplier, and logistics operations. This role collaborates across Supply Chain, Operations, Purchasing, Engineering, and external suppliers to support packaging optimization, operational efficiency, supplier compliance, and material flow initiatives. The position also supports packaging-related systems, documentation, and asset visibility initiatives tied to returnable container management, logistics coordination, and operational process improvements. This role contributes to packaging quality, transportation efficiency, cost reduction, and continuous improvement efforts while supporting day-to-day operational needs across the organization.

Requirements

Knowledge of packaging concepts and material handling processes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge of ISTA standards and packaging methodologies.
Experience designing, testing, or maintaining packaging solutions.
Experience with packaging materials specifications and part preservation.
Experience supporting manufacturing, supply chain, or warehouse operations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Power Apps.
Experience in AutoCAD.
Proficiency with SAP/ SAP Ariba.
Experience in operational tracking systems (RFID), reporting tools, or process visibility initiatives.
Supplier development or packaging quality experience.
Cost analysis or continuous improvement skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and revise part packaging specifications utilizing both returnable and expendable container systems.
Manage packaging documentation, master revision databases, and technical data for internal divisions and government entities.
Drive packaging optimization to maximize transportation efficiency, container utilization, ergonomics, and material protection.
Oversee returnable packaging inventory, tracking initiatives, replenishment programs, and purchase requisitions.
Partner with suppliers and cross-functional teams to guide supplier packaging development and ensure operational compliance.
Troubleshoot technical, quality, and system issues impacting production, warehousing, logistics, and supplier performance.
Coordinate and conduct rigorous packaging material testing and validation procedures to ensure component protection.
Actively identify, execute, and track cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement projects across the supply chain.
Support operational reporting tools, packaging management systems, and asset visibility initiatives.
Investigate and resolve packaging concerns raised by internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and customers.