Packaging Engineer Job Listing at Kelly Services in Greenville, NC (Job ID 9350533)

Description

Packaging Engineer | Greenville, NC
Direct Hire-Full Benefits | Relocation Provided

Job Summary:  

Manage the design, planning, validation and implementation of new packaging technologies, materials, line extensions, package/product improvement and technical service for Health Partners that meet product offering requirements.  Deliver ideas to increase the value of the company (cost reductions, innovations, solutions, etc.). The Packaging Engineer will support both North American manufacturing locations and be expected to work cross functionally to understand and meet the needs of customers as well as proactively provide improvements to standard package designs.  You'll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to:  

• Identification and quantification of cost-savings and opportunities to reduce waste, and improve efficiency packaging by optimizing pallet and container/ truck fill
• Driving a culture of continuously improving manufacturing utilizing Lean, Six Sigma concepts & principles.
• Supporting process qualification and validation activities leading to consistency in manufacturing and packaging.
• This position requires a motivated individual that facilitates, and drives change in a fast paced and ever-changing environment leveraging his/her strong interpersonal skills, to successfully deliver projects working with cross-functional teams. 

Position Requirements 

• Bachelor's Degree or 7 - 10 years of professional work experience in a packaging or product development role
• MS Office Application experience
• Familiarity with European packaging standards, pallets, etc.
• Experience with artwork processes associated with printed packaging which includes: Strong knowledge of color and ways to measure and understanding of Flexographic, Rotogravure, Digital and Offset print processes.
• Possessing strong interpersonal skills is a must as this person will effectively communicate with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Technical expertise in materials traditionally used for CPG items.
• Experience translating concept drawings to technical die lines.
• Ability to communicate requirements for product design and a curiosity in applying new materials or structures
• Results-based leadership skill set with strong impact and influencing skills
• Experienced/demonstrated ability to solve problems systematically utilizing scientific methodologies and process focus.
• Knowledge of audits, certifications, standards, process management and management of change related to packaging.

 

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

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