Lincoln Electric · 19 hours ago
Packaging Engineer
Euclid, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$68K/yr - $89K/yr
3+ years expLincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions. The Packaging Engineer will be responsible for supporting and driving packaging development in the Consumable Division, focusing on optimizing packaging designs and ensuring quality performance.
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Responsibilities
Identifies and implements changes to packaging designs to optimize quality performance and cost
Verifies that packaging designs are optimized for manufacturing
Works closely with packaging suppliers, challenging them for creative, cost effective alternatives as well as secondary trouble shooting and technical expertise & assistance for logistics teams
Establishes supplier quality standards, creates incoming inspection plans, and supports supplier audits
Provides training for appropriate personnel performing packaging activities
Participates in the commissioning of new packaging equipment
Develops standard practices and processes to ensure zero defects, productivity, and adherence to local and international legal & regulatory requirements
Creates specifications and documentation related to package design, testing and validation
Supports ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 methodologies
Performs and certifies packages according to ISTA/ANSI/ISO testing
Reviews, understands, and follows the departmental procedures that are associated with the performance of this job
Champions packaging innovation – actively identifies and develops concepts to show new packaging formats, materials, and technologies
Identifies and implements changes to packaging designs to optimize quality performance and cost
Works closely with packaging suppliers, challenging them for creative, cost effective alternatives as well as secondary trouble shooting and technical expertise & assistance for logistics teams
Establishes supplier quality standards and support supplier audits
Creates project plans and organizes resources to ensure project milestones are met within expectations of timeline, quality, and budget
Participates in product introduction teams to strategically deploy new packaging advancements
Plans, organizes, and conducts packaging / production / shipping tests and validations according to ISTA, ANSI, and ISO testing
Justifies and prepares capital expenditures for new packaging processes and equipment
Participates in the requirements and commissioning of new packaging equipment
Develops standard practices and processes to ensure zero defects, productivity, and adherence to local and international legal & regulatory requirements
Creates specifications and documentation related to package design, testing and validation
Support ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 methodologies
Performs and certifies packages according to ISTA/ANSI/ISO testing
Reviews, understands, and follows the departmental procedures that are associated with the performance of this job
Obeys all safety rules and perform other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager
Assumes additional responsibilities and performs special projects as needed or directed in support of Lincoln Electric’s strategic plan and2025 Higher Standard Strategy
Qualification
Required
BS Degree in Packaging Engineering or equivalent discipline
Minimum three years industry experience
Strong understanding of ISTA/ANSI/ISO test methods and their effects on packaging design
Understanding of manufacturing processes of various industries including corrugate, injection molding, films, etc
Demonstrated continuous improvement and structured problem solving methodologies utilizing Lean and SixSigma tools
Ability to work effectively and cross-functionally on the shop floor on a regular basis
Competency with 3D modeling software
Ability to travel between Lincoln Subsidiaries and Suppliers
Knowledge of MS Office software, including MS Word, Excel, and Power Point; familiarity with SAP a plus
Ability to perform hands-on work
Benefits
Bonus Plan: Profit Sharing
Target Bonus
Company
Lincoln Electric
Lincoln Electric is a manufacturer of welding products, arc welding equipment, and welding consumables.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.55B2024-06-24Post Ipo Debt· $1.55B
1995-06-23IPO
Leadership Team
Steven Hedlund
Chief Operating Officer
Geoffrey Allman
Senior Vice President, Acquisition Integration
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