Packaging Engineer

About the Role

This position is accountable to ensure all OEM packaging specs are quoted, implemented and covered in plant operating instructions.  They will implement returnable container program with suppliers and ensure all suppliers are compliant with packaging requirements. This position will also support the material flow process improvements and provide technical support in the development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing processes to facilitate effective and efficient movement of material.

Your Responsibilities

• Know and understand Bowling Green Metalforming Quality and Environmental policies.
• Follows and supports and Magna’s operating principles.
• Lead packaging quote activities.
• Maintain and improve plant PFEP.
• Work with VSM lead to improve process flow activities.
• Facilitate the implementation of change processes and streamline current practices to improve efficiency and capability .
• Responsible for investigating and recommending suppliers for returnable packaging program based on cost.
• Responsible for improving all supplier packaging.
• Plan and direct activities concerned with design and development of protective packaging containers: analyze specifications of product to determine physical characteristics of item, special-handling and safety requirements, and type of materials required for container.
• Consult with establishment's Purchasing, Materials and Production departments to determine costs and feasibility of producing proposed packaging.
• Develop or direct development of sketches, specifications, samples, and written analysis of proposed packaging in order to present design for approval.
• Review proposed packaging for conformity to guidelines, part quality, material handling, and stacking integrity.
• Set up test packs with suppliers for review at plant location(s). 
• Develop schedule and progress chart for each supplier. 
• Ensure Supplier Packaging database is up to date with current supplier packaging approvals (F150 Form).
• Ensure Closure packaging database is updated as required based on changes from OEM or production floor.
• Assist with improving rack design to improve optimization, increase density of return shipments.
• Meet all departmental objectives as set out by the Warehouse Supervisor or Manager.
• Prepare and interpret AutoCAD & Solid works designs, drawings, and specifications for protective packaging based on part characteristics and line side racks and components.
• Assist in inspection of mechanical installations and construction of racking system.
• Assist with improvement or automation of existing processes as required in order to achieve less manpower and improved cycle time, material flow and ergonomics.
• Develop and implement new processes and procedures as needed to support changing business demands.
• Document current and proposed process flows.
• Review departmental procedures for improvements and recommendations.
• Overtime and travel may be required to support achievement of goals.
• Perform other duties as required.

Who we are looking for

Education and/or Experience:

• Completion of a post-secondary education in a related field or 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment handling packaging designs.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Operate standard office equipment preferred
• Makes Decisions
• Takes Risk
• Analyses Data
• Attends to Details
• Communicates Effectively 
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Results Orientated
• Sound Computer Knowledge
• Independent
• Self Motivated

Your preferred qualifications

What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Site Benefits

• Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Profit Sharing Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
• Onsite cafeteria and fully stocked breakrooms
• Annual summer cookout
• Annual Christmas Party
• Onsite Nurses

Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.