Packaging Engineer Position Available In Hinds, Mississippi

Packaging Engineer

Department:

Product Engineering

Location:

Raymond, MS Do you have a passion for designing and implementing packaging designs? We’re hiring a Packaging Engineer for our company’s manufacturing facility in Raymond, MS.

If you possess:

The ability to design, test and implement packaging designs for a manufacturing company; review and improve existing packaging
Expertise in technical form, fit, function review and approval of shipping pallets
Work with vendors, engineering, product management, operations, and purchasing to deliver new products Hunter could be a great fit for you! Family owned since 1946, Hunter Engineering is the global industry-leader in wheel alignment systems, wheel balancing systems, vehicle inspection systems, and more. Hunter equipment, made in America, is approved, and used by vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and dealers in over 130 countries. Hunter was named a 2022 finalist for Best Places to Work award by St. Louis Business Journal. As a

Packaging Engineer:

What you will do: Oversee and manage complete packaging development process, including the creation of packaging designs, prototype development, and performance testing
Troubleshoot new and existing packaging problems involving designs, materials and processes and provide creative, timely, and cost-effective solutions.
Analyze engineering drawings and specifications of product to determine physical characteristics of item, special handling, environmental and safety requirements, and types of materials required for packaging.
Establish standards and guidelines for supplier evaluation. Evaluate and select packaging suppliers/vendors; periodically conduct vendor reviews.
Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Participate in product introduction teams, to deliver new products.
Identify and implement cost saving initiatives related to packaging materials, labor, efficiency, transportation, and storage.
Work closely with Engineering to optimize packaging supply base for cost, lead time, quality, standardization, supply assurance, and compliance with regulatory, and internal requirements.
Specify and recommend efficiency tools and test methods to develop and validate packaging designs.
Work with the manufacturing department to ensure that the packaging designs are optimized for manufacturability.

Additional Qualifications Include:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, packaging engineering, industrial engineering or industrial design is required
4+ years of experience in industrial engineering or industrial design is required
Knowledge and understanding of packaging design validation standards (ISO, ASTM, etc.), drafting and specification standards are essential
Demonstrable proficiency in 3D CAD software
Problem solving and decision-making skills are necessary
Must have good communication skills, orally and written
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good understanding of process improvement and quality improvement concepts
Experience in rapid prototyping is preferred
Must be able to demonstrate project management skills and experience; project management certification is a plus Hunter Fosters a

Culture of:

Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Appreciation & Recognition
Advancement Opportunities
Pay for

Performance Some Benefits and Perks Include:

Industry Leading Healthcare
Industry Leading Profit-Sharing Plan w/ Safe Harbor Contribution
Generous Paid Time Away
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Parental Leave
Free Onsite Fitness & Recreation Center Our people come first as we aim for excellence. We value work/life balance and take pride in our culture of excellence, respect, innovation, teamwork, and service to others. Will you join us in our mission to ‘align people and innovation to drive excellence?’