Position Summary: The Production Control Packaging Engineerplays a vital role in optimizing the packaging process to improve efficiency and product protection within the industrial production processes, including inventory control, logistics, meta-analysis, and production coordination in the manufacturing facility. They are responsible for designing, testing, developing, evaluating, and implementing packaging solutions within the manufacturing process. They possess strong technical and problem-solving skills, creativity in packaging design, knowledge and understanding of various packaging materials and methods, a keen eye for detail, a commitment to environmental sustainability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, review, and approve packaging for supplier material delivery.
• Design, review, and approve rack/dolly for material lineside transportation and storage.
• Maintains dolly inventory condition while scheduling cycle and repairs of dolly inventory.
• Maintains mobile equipment inventory condition while scheduling and coordinating repairs and preventive maintenance (PM).
• Choosesthe most suitable packaging materials based on product specifications, product fragility, weight, cost considerations, and environmental impact.
• Evaluatespackaging costs and finds cost-effective solutions without compromising product protection and quality and safety requirements.
• Implementsquality control measures to ensure that packaging materials and methods meet industry standards and product specifications.
• Collaborateswith packaging material suppliers, negotiatescontracts, and maintainssupplier relationships.
• Developssustainable packaging strategies and practices to reduce waste and minimize environmental impact.
• Managesinventory of packaging materials to ensure a consistent supply for production needs.
• Continuously improvespackaging processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and streamline operations.
• Workscross-functionally with production teams, EHS, Quality, and logistics personnel to coordinate packaging efforts in the manufacturing process and resolve packaging-related issues.
• Maintainsportfolio, detailed records, and documentation related to packaging materials, costs, design specifications, and quality control.

Qualifications and Preferences:

Required

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• Bachelor's degree in packaging engineering, material science, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Diverse knowledge of various packing materials, applications, and design.
• Experience in CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, etc.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience in fast-paced, high volume automotive industry strongly preferred.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Advanced Microsoft Office expertise.
• Experience with SAP ERP.

Travel Requirement:

• Domestic / International travel required

Working Hours (Shift) Requirement:

• Employment opportunities at HMGMA will be completed in multiple phases.
• Shift assignment for this position may change to meet the business needs.
• Any changes will be communicated to employees and according to accommodation; will be considered.

Compensation and Benefits:

Companyoffers opportunities for growth, competitive pay, and benefits.

Benefits include competitive Medical / Vision / Dental insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, and competitive 401k plan.

93% company-paid Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (starts on Day 1)

401K Program - up to 6% match: 100% ve