Packaging & Supply Chain Systems Specialist

Location: Indianapolis

## Packaging & Supply Chain Systems Specialist Apply locations:
Indianapolis, INtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R007750
** JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS
** Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.

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* driving your career forward!
*** Benefits:
** The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.
* Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
* Employer HSA contribution
* Dental & Vision Insurance
* Paid Parental Leave
* Short & Long-Term Disability
* Other voluntary benefits including:
Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
* 401K with generous Company match & contribution
* Accrued Paid Time Off
* 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
* Robust employee wellness program
* Tuition assistance program
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* Job Description:

** Primary Purpose of Role:

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.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Key Performance Measures:
* ** Cost savings**:
Total annual dollar savings achieved through packaging optimization, material substitution, and freight reduction.
* ** Database integrity**:
Percentage of accuracy and up-to-date compliance of the packaging specification database and asset tracking records.
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