Description We know a decision to work for Caterpillar is a commitment of time and talent. In return, we work to provide a rewarding environment and experience for our teammates. Caterpillar wouldn't be the company it is today without the men and women who shape it.
As a Packaging Engineer, you will design and develop returnable and expendable packaging for individual piece parts and bulk shipping to ensure the timely and efficient receipt and delivery of material. Proper packaging design includes part containment, protection, and optimization of transportation and other supply chain functions.
Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
* Establish packaging and processing specifications at the part number level for new product introductions, cost savings, or other supply chain improvement
* Communicate with existing facilities on packaging issues related to receiving, warehousing, and/or line side delivery
* Perform cost analysis on current packaging processes and recommend changes where appropriate
* Lead low risk Green Belt projects
* Perform activities to ensure parts are protected, shipped, and delivered to the customer in a usable fashion
* Develop packaging solutions to protect finished painted components
* Design for transport efficiency
* Perform containerization analysis, testing, and quoting
* Validate new packaging and containers during pilot phase
* Coordinate with operations for storage and ergonomic considerations
* Develop kitting packaging
* Validate returnable quantities through simulations
* Resolve safety and / or quality issues caused by current packaging
* Resolve issues reported by customers and process partners
* Develop, communicate and maintain supplier packaging requirements
* Audit conformance to packaging specification
* Joint Process Improvement with packaging vendors and purchasing
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor of Science Degree (i.e. Packaging, Chemistry, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering)
* 1 to 2 years experience in Packaging or a minimum of 5 years of supply chain or operations experience
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Ability to perform data query analysis (i.e. SAS, business objects)
* Interpersonal, teamwork, organization and communication skills
* Knowledge and understanding of 6 Sigma project management principles
* Develop and deploy creative / original solutions to complex problems
* Knowledge of material handling equipment
Desired Qualifications:
* Familiar with company policies and procedures with a strong department background
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
