Packaging Engineer

Job Title: Packaging Engineer
Location: Waco, TX
Zip Code: 76712
Start Date: Right Away
Job Type: Contract
Pay Rate: $34.70 / hr
Schedule: 1st shift; M-F 8am-4pm
Keywords: #PackagingEngineer #EngineerJobs

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Proper packaging design includes part containment, protection, and optimization of transportation and other supply network functions.
* Provide NPI support to Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Part Suppliers in developing packaging solutions to machine components.
* Design for transport efficiency.
* Validate new packaging and containers during pilot phase.
* Coordinate with assembly planning for line-side storage and ergonomic considerations.
* Develop kitting/ sequencing packaging for in-plant use.
* Resolve safety and / or quality issues caused by current packaging.
* Perform containerization analysis and quoting as required.
* Manage repair/maintenance of Returnable Packaging.
* Research and analyze supplier design proposals, specifications, drawings to determine time and cost feasibility to complete projects.
* Communicate with existing facilities on packaging issues related to receiving, warehousing, and/or line side delivery.
* Lead medium to high risk Green Belt projects with product and logistics groups

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor's in Packaging Engineering degree preferred, Mechanical, Industrial, and Supply Chain Engineer degrees will be accepted.
* 2+ years related experience
* 3D modeling or Creo experience
* Proficiency in MS Office and Modeling Software
* Advanced packaging / transportation experience
* Ability to work with minimal supervision while driving department goals and deliverables.
* Requires strong analytical and mathematical skills
* Requires strong Oral and written communication skills
* Requires display of attributes of a critical thinker and leverage innovative ideas
* Advanced ability to make and communicate presentations to management
* Strong time management skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Commensurate Project management experience

Benefits:
* Medical / Health Benefits with multiple plan options, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental and Vision / glasses / prescription contact lens and eye test options available.
* On the job training / cross-training to develop and expand skills, creating opportunity for advancement and personal development. Tuition reimbursement available for relevant development opportunities.
* Life Insurance, disability insurance, and voluntary life insurance for family members available. Accident and critical illness insurance optional.
* Scheduled performance reviews create opportunities for advancement and pay increases.
* We have many success stories from individuals who took advantage of the training, cross-training, and personal development opportunities for advancement. We also have success stories of individuals who desired a reliable, scheduled and consistent career with appropriate work-life balance, health benefits and good job security. Whichever way you define success, this work culture cares about team members and treats each individual with dignity, inclusion, respect and recognition.
* A Referral Program compensates active employees for referring friends and former colleagues when the referral results in hiring the person. Our team has grown with referrals and internal promotions.

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com
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