Packaging Engineer

SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a Packaging Engineer for an assigned project with a client in the automotive industry. This is a Direct-hire position with SWJ Technology that requires onsite presence in Spartanburg, SC
. If you’re eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.

The Packaging Engineer is responsible for implementing, improving, and maintaining packaging specifications, focusing on returnable containers. This individual considers materials, supply and functional specifications, internal requirements and supplier relations when coordinating work packages to drive packaging performance.

• Develop new or modify existing packaging concepts and designs
• Coordinate the development and implementation process for packaging concepts
• Coordinate the review process to obtain internal and supplier acceptance
• Monitor and update packaging and process information in internal systems
• Support packaging RFQ processes
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Bachelor degree in Packaging Engineering OR equivalent of 4 years experience in manufacturing environment.
• 3- 5 years minimum demonstrated work experience in packaging design/specification (inbound and outbound), engineering drawings, engineering change control, line side presentation and inventory management.

• Experience in packaging planning – if possible in the automotive industry
• Proficient in MS Office programs
• Knowledge of material handling equipment
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Writes clearly and concisely, and assures communications are comprehensive and timely
• Packaging design – disposable and returnable
• Leveraging common packaging designs

• Understanding of how to minimize dunnage and repacking
• Design and/or guidance of line side rack
• Design of returnable racking (metal and non-metal)
• Interfacing with Engineers
• Suppliers and customers relationship
• Logistics companies’ relationship

• Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.

• Location: Spartanburg, SC
• Schedule: Day shift, 40h/w with core hours from 9 am to 3pm
• Travel: as needed
• Assignment Start: ASAP, 4+ years

This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and Project One US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.