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UFP Industries · 1 week ago
Packaging Engineer
Grandview, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Design and estimate cost-effective transportation-based packaging solutions based on customer-supplied information.
Produce and/or work with manufacturing to make samples upon request.
Produce detailed, accurate, consistent prints for manufacturing to create products, utilizing SolidWorks, ArtiosCAD, and other packaging design/logistic programs.
Able to fluently communicate directly via email, phone, on-site visits, meetings, and virtual collaborations with customers, sales, purchasing, operations, and engineers.
Problem-solve customer inquiries and internal issues as they arise.
Investigate or seek out new non-stock materials as needed to meet customer requirements, as well as constantly improve products manufactured.
Develop a comprehensive knowledge of Company products and procedures through on-the-job training activities.
Have a sound understanding of simple mathematical equations to calculate and maximize the yield of materials such as lumber, plywood, foam, corrugated.
Develop a relationship with production teams to learn machinery and equipment capabilities as well as time required to perform manufacturing.
Develop working knowledge of continuous improvement and efficiency standards.
Develop an understanding of source contacts and the Purchasing department.
Prepare various reports as required.
Perform other duties as required.
Qualification
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Required
Packaging or Mechanical Engineer degree or related discipline, or equivalent experience
Proficiency in the use of MS-365 programs and working knowledge of SolidWorks
1-5 minimum years of related industry experience
Experience designing and understanding lumber/plywood-based pallet and box/crate designs
Experience designing protective packaging with various foam types and applications
Experience designing and understanding corrugated box construction
Experience in hardware selection, fasteners, metal fabrication
Ability to successfully interact with all organizational levels, customers, and the public
Ability to apply business math to manufacturing processes
Ability to recognize value in various products and be able to utilize them in the manufacturing of new products
Ability to physically make product samples based on design
Demonstrate ability to develop and maintain strong customer relationships
Requires superior analytical, problem solving and designing skills/aptitude
Ability to manage several projects at once, to organize and prioritize work, to meet deadlines
Proficiency in the use of the English language in reading, writing, and speaking
Ability to Pass a SolidWorks Test
Ability to pass a drug test
Self-managing; works well under little supervision
Highly motivated and enthusiastic
Good interpersonal skills, good listener and communicator
Inter-office and team meeting etiquette
Process oriented
Be a collaborator and support the Company’s goals
Preferred
Packaging or Mechanical Engineer degree or related discipline, or equivalent experience
Proficiency in the use of MS-365 programs and working knowledge of SolidWorks
1-5 minimum years of related industry experience
Experience designing and understanding lumber/plywood-based pallet and box/crate designs
Experience designing protective packaging with various foam types and applications
Experience designing and understanding corrugated box construction
Experience in hardware selection, fasteners, metal fabrication
Experience in a warehouse, manufacturing plant, or military logistics a plus
Ability to speak Spanish or second language would be a plus but not required
Company
UFP Industries
UFP Industries manufactures and sells variety of products used in residential and commercial construction such as wood decks and lumbers.
10,001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Matt Missad
Chief Executive Officer
Webster Pat
President and COO - Retired
Recent News
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