Careers @ Graham Packaging ยท 1 day ago
Product Development Engineer
York, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expGraham Packaging is a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing, dedicated to creating a better tomorrow through innovation and collaboration. They are seeking a Product Development Engineer who will serve as the technical liaison and oversee all aspects of plastic bottle development projects from inception to commercial launch.
Packaging & Containers
Responsibilities
Translate the voice of the customer and their needs into a bottle design and product specification for complex packaging needs
Coordinate industrial and engineering design activities to develop a fit for use package design
Conduct unit/prototype mold construction and sampling to develop a robust blow molding process and utilize data analysis to develop a process that transfers effectively to manufacturing
Develop a production specification that addresses the key product performance characteristics
Support capital engineering by providing product requirements to assist in the specification of manufacturing equipment
Provide instruction to tooling engineers for the construction of production molds and tooling
Conduct manufacturing start-up activities and deliver efficient manufacturing processes to our plants
Conduct customer package validations; obtain required approvals from our customers
Support Graham Packaging manufacturing facilities in advanced problem solving and continuous improvement activities providing direction on procedures, equipment, processes, tooling and product testing
Provide and manage, in a document repository, all project documentation including timelines, data summaries, approvals and customer correspondence
Maintain historical knowledge of development, technology and process best practices and act as subject matter expert in these areas
Research and remain current on packaging trends, packaging technologies, closures and sustainability trends
Travel of up to 50% required at times
Qualification
Required
Strong engineering and problem solving skills
Ability to serve as the technical liaison between Graham Packaging and the customer, the sales force, the plants, and the broader technical organization
Responsible for all aspects of multi-phased plastic bottle development projects from inception, through planning, design, prototyping, and commercial launch
Translate the voice of the customer and their needs into a bottle design and product specification for complex packaging needs
Coordinate industrial and engineering design activities to develop a fit for use package design
Conduct unit/prototype mold construction and sampling to develop a robust blow molding process and utilize data analysis to develop a process that transfers effectively to manufacturing
Develop a production specification that addresses the key product performance characteristics
Support capital engineering by providing product requirements to assist in the specification of manufacturing equipment
Provide instruction to tooling engineers for the construction of production molds and tooling
Conduct manufacturing start-up activities and deliver efficient manufacturing processes to our plants
Conduct customer package validations; obtain required approvals from our customers
Support Graham Packaging manufacturing facilities in advanced problem solving and continuous improvement activities providing direction on procedures, equipment, processes, tooling and product testing
Provide and manage, in a document repository, all project documentation including timelines, data summaries, approvals and customer correspondence
Maintain historical knowledge of development, technology and process best practices and act as subject matter expert in these areas
Research and remain current on packaging trends, packaging technologies, closures and sustainability trends
Travel of up to 50% required at times
Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
Proficient with MS Office applications and MS Project
Strong problem solving skills utilizing experimentation and data driven decision-making
Advanced ability to understand and interpret statistics
Advanced knowledge of plastic materials properties and testing procedures
Ability to develop and execute product-testing procedures
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings
BS degree in Engineering (Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering preferred)
Experience (5-8 years) developing packaging as a supplier, converter or packaging customer
Preferred
Advanced mold design experience and plastics processing experience strongly desired
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401K Employee Saving Plan
Employee Wellness Program
Paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements
Company
Careers @ Graham Packaging
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