Packing Engineer

## Packing Engineer Apply locations:
Warren, Michigan, UStime type:
Full time posted on:
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* What we offer:

** At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.##

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** Group

Summary:

** The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.

Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
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* Job Responsibilities:

**** sition Overview:
** Ensure the quality of manufactured parts is maintained throughout the packaging process by supporting existing packaging systems and developing improvements to packaging design, performance, and efficiency.
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* Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

*** Work with other departments in maintaining / developing the PFEP (Plan For Every Part).
* Work with other departments in the development of VSM (Value Stream Mapping) and contribute towards improved future state goals
* Ensures packaging development and improvement project meets all customer and internal requirements for synchronous manufacturing, ergonomics, environmental and safety standards.
* Manage all program costs related to packaging budgets. Prepare and issue complete Request for Quote (RFQ) packages to suppliers.
* Create and maintain packaging plans to support current, new, and potential business programs.
* Maintain an up-to-date open issue tracking report. Identify all action items requiring completion to successfully meet deadlines.
* Maintain effective communication regarding packaging projects with Program Managers and key stakeholders.
* Maintain all customer-specific packaging requirements, specifications, and approval documentation.
* Track and maintain program costs and budgets for purchased packaging materials and equipment.
* Work with other departments to eliminate handling damage associated with packaging issues.
* Develop and execute packaging test methods, validations, and protocols for new and existing packaging projects.
* Works with key functions to design packaging using appropriate structure analyses, test methods, design methodologies, feasibility justification, and business case processes.
* Justifies and prepares capital expenditures for new packaging processes and equipment.
* Act as a representative of AIM Systems with customers and suppliers, developing long-term, mutually beneficial business relationships.
* Analyzes and suggests synchronous plans for work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
* Develop, maintain, coordinate, and approve packaging-related floor plan layouts and implementations.
* Other duties, as assigned.
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* Education and Experience:

*** Bachelor's Degree in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing experience.
* Minimum two (2) years of packaging, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or related experience preferred.
* Experience in an automotive manufacturing environment is preferred.
** Special Knowledge and

Skills:

*** Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
* Ability to read engineering drawings and customer specifications.
* Experience with packaging design software and CAD systems is preferred.
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