Packaging Engineer

• Ensure automotive components are protected during transit from suppliers to the IAC plant, within the plant, and to customers

• Establish and execute effective packaging concepts

• Develop and specify new and revised packaging

• Develop and implement process improvements

• Lead supplier and plant design and development of returnable and expendable packaging solutions

• Consider product protection, material flow, logistics, and ergonomic handling in packaging designs

• Develop and approve package testing plans and interpret results

• Partner with external packaging suppliers to meet design specifications and quality standards

• Lead selection and management of packaging vendors

• Analyze packaging processes and designs for cost reduction and efficiency improvements

• Evaluate expendable versus returnable container costs

• Coordinate efforts to minimize material handling and optimize warehouse layouts

• Ensure packaging designs and processes comply with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and other relevant standards and regulations

• Develop and maintain Logistics Management Information and Special Packaging Instructions as required

• Address supplier compliance issues and assist with quality investigations

• Manage multiple projects to timelines and budgets

• Lead cross-functional project teams and provide technical guidance

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in packaging engineering, preferably in the automotive industry as a Tier 1 supplier
• Experience in purchasing, manufacturing engineering, supply chain, or warehousing operations is a plus
• Strong knowledge of corrugate, plastics, foams, molded pulp, steel, and aluminum packaging materials
• Strong project management and organization skills
• Proficient in cost benefit analysis and continuous improvement
• Familiarity with CAD software and 3D modeling, such as Solid Works, AutoCAD, and CATIA
• Familiarity with ASTM and ISTA industry standards
• Understanding of packaging testing and validation methodologies
• Knowledge of OEM automotive manufacturing processes and packaging processes
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and lead projects independently
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high‑quality results

Demonstrates expertise in packaging engineering with a focus on automotive components, ensuring compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards. Proficient in developing packaging solutions that optimize material flow, logistics, and ergonomic handling while managing projects effectively.

• Packaging Engineering
• Project Management
• Cost Benefit Analysis
• CAD Software Proficiency
• Knowledge of OEM Automotive Manufacturing

• Packaging Design
• Process Improvement
• Material Flow Optimization
• Packaging Testing Methodologies
• Cost Reduction Analysis
• Returnable Packaging Solutions
• Expendable Packaging Solutions
• Logistics Management
• Quality Standards Compliance
• Packaging Materials Knowledge

• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Negotiation Skills
• Problem‑Solving Abilities
• Detail‑Oriented

• IATF 16949
• ISO 9001
• Automotive Industry
• Tier 1 Supplier
• ASTM Standards
• ISTA Standards

• Solid Works
• AutoCAD
• CATIA