Packaging Engineer

Packaging Engineer - Contract

DISHER is seeking an experienced Packaging Engineer for an accelerated contract project to verify and update packaging information for an existing product line (furniture industry). This project involves reviewing packaging bills of material and validating weight and cube data in the SAP system. The contract engineer will work with manufacturing team members and packaging engineers to confirm accurate information and implement updates through the engineering change process.

This contract is at least 3 months in length.

Make a positive difference! It’s why we exist. We are always looking for teammates who are eager to use their diverse set of talents with our customers, coworkers, and communities. We want to leave this world better than we found it.

• Verify the accuracy of packaging bills of material, including weight and cube data, in the SAP system.
• Consult with manufacturing team members and packaging engineers to confirm correct packaging configurations and update BOMs through the engineering change process.
• Analyze and document packaging materials, including stretch film, shrink film, and 5-panel folders (corrugated boxes).
• Travel to manufacturing sites in Michigan to observe production lines and identify the specific packaging used for each product.
• Gather and record accurate measurements of packaged products to support SAP cube and weight calculations.
• Create clear documentation for packaging engineers to use when submitting engineering change requests for SAP updates.

• Familiarity with SAP systems; experience preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of common packaging materials and their applications.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with production line team members and manufacturing staff.
• Ability to document and report packaging materials, weights, and other related data accurately.
• Knowledge or interest in Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations and their impact on packaging requirements.
• Detail-oriented approach with a focus on accuracy and consistency in data collection.
• Flexibility to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineering and production teams.

DISHER is a nationally recognized engineering, manufacturing technology, and technical recruiting firm based in Zeeland, Michigan. Our diverse team of top talent comes alongside clients within multiple industries to solve their unique challenges. DISHER truly is a great place to work. Our mission? To Make a Positive Difference with our customers, coworkers, and communities. Every day we strive to leave this world better than we found it.

It is what motivates our caring team and unifies our culture.