Packaging Engineer II

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.

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

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

• Develop and maintain part packaging process routings.

• Design new part packaging.

• Revise existing packaging as required .

• Maintain revision records.

• Develop and maintain packaging cost information.

• Provide engineering packaging data for Allison Divisions and the Department of Defense.

• Develop and maintain packaging material specifications.

• Create packaging material purchase order releases.

• Assist in developing packaging inventory and replenishment programs.

• Develop and perform testing on packages according to ISTA requirements. Conduct packaging material testing as required .

• Perform testing for divisional needs as required .

• Assist with technical, system, in-house logistics , and packaging quality issues. Assist with supplier packaging development.

• Actively pursue cost savings & continuous improvements

• Conduct studies to reduce divisional labor and material expenses.

• Evaluate employee suggestions regarding new packaging method improvements. Evaluate packaging concerns from employees, suppliers, and customers.

• Maintain revision records and packaging cost information.

• Assist with system issues related to packaging processes, material specifications, and logistics systems.

• Assist with data collection and recording.

• Create and update Kit Books and visual aids.

• Kit book accuracy and timeliness

• Packaging Routing Accuracy

• Cost savings due to packaging optimization

• Adhering to the highest standards in what we do . We succeed through integrity, trust, and quality as we drive for results.

• Drive a positive customer experience . We deliver better outcomes when we understand our customers’ needs and execute appropriately.

• Improve the way the world works . We develop better solutions through innovation and a continuous desire to improve.

• Leveraging the power of teamwork . We develop better solutions by working together toward a common goal.

• Analytical and problem – solving capability.

• Knowledge of ISTA standards and packaging methodologies.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate with suppliers and cross – functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and technical tasks .

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably packaging, mechanical or industrial) or supply chain is required .

• Familiarity with packaging engineering standards and ISTA testing.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

• Proficiency with SAP

• Supplier development or packaging quality experience.

• Exposure to cost analysis or continuous improvement.

• Experience designing, testing,…