Gregg Greven and Associates

• Job ID:1481
• Date:06/05/2008
• Location:
• State:New Jersey
• Degree:B.S./B.A.
• Major:Packaging, Engineering or Material Science with at least five years of experience

Salary/Compensation:

$90K to $110K + 5% Bonus

Job Types:

Packaging Engineer

Requirements:

• BS or MS in Packaging, Engineering or Material Science with at least five years of experience
At least two years of experience in a consumer products, packaged goods or pharmaceutical industry
At least two years of experience in Packaging
Ability to travel 10-20% (domestic and Global)

Preferred experience:

• At least five years of experience in Packaging
Previous experience in a multi-national company
Experience in Package testing
Experience with Package specifications

Duties:

• Lead the conceptualization, initiation, development and implementation of new and improved packages and processes including: design generation, prototype development, engineering specifications, mold and machinery qualification, functionality and quality testing, and technology transfer. May lead multi-functional teams in some of these projects
Lead the design of packaging systems and packaging components, ensuring defined needs for ergonomics, equity aesthetics, consumer acceptance, manufacturing capability and quality are met from the program brief through design, engineering and Commercialization
Implement standardization and simplification programs, and margin improvement projects
Establish global specifications for packages, processes, and/or equipment, which are consistent with KPI goals and support Quality and EOHS Standards. Provide efficient and timely documentation and/or transfer of manufacturing and engineering technologies throughout the company.
Interface with Global Business Development, Divisional/Subsidiary Management and packaging partners, Product Development R&D, and other MET functions to ensure project meets agreed upon goals. Continuously assess and communicate project results vs. goals and take corrective action when required
Collaborate with Global Procurement to develop and help negotiate local, regional, or global contracts with suppliers. Evaluate and coordinate supplier's activity related to on-going projects
Generate and present valid Total Delivered Cost information on package/process and other pertinent financial information
Ensure effective utilization of the Packaging Laboratory to coordinate and execute lab evaluations, quality control procedures and test method development. Support Divisional needs in identifying quality defects and driving resolution
Identify and provide rationale for funds needed to successfully deliver project goals
Understand, interpret and refine package testing procedures and standards to support the effective design, validation, and implementation of new packages and packaging technology. Provide meaningful explanations and forward actions to appropriate Division/Subsidiary personnel
Write and present technical and business summaries for both technical and non-technical personnel
Build competitive advantage by identifying, evaluating, and championing technical advancements, design trends and innovations in packaging. Stay aware of supplier and competitor new developments, and highlight to appropriate management as needed
Develop, justify and execute capital projects related to packaging (i.e. molds/machinery)

Salary: $90K to $110K + 5% Bonus

Location: NJ

NOTE: Thank you for your interest in our opportunity. Due to the number of responses we will only contact those individuals who are a fit for our clients.


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