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Belmark inc · 11 hours ago

Packaging Application Engineer - Folding Cartons

De Pere, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Belmark inc is seeking a Packaging Application Engineer for their Folding Carton division. The role involves supporting the sales process by identifying product designs that meet customer needs, assisting customers with product selection, and providing technical support throughout the sales process.

3D PrintingInformation ServicesPrinting

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead Sales team and customers in defining end-use requirements

Establish the size, shape, design and tooling specifications for new opportunities. To include identifying material, finish, carton structure and die specifications

Perform competitive analyses of customer supplied samples to recommend best material and finish options that meet customer requirements

Create, revise, and manage material/converting specifications and test methods

Process and manage the daily project flow with accuracy, speed and service

Work with suppliers to test/trial new materials to validate in both internal and customer processes

Support standardization of materials and processes to service our customers

Support quality improvement efforts and CAPA resolution

Work with Production, Quality, Sales, customers and vendors to provide root cause and corrective action on high-risk complaints to ensure future sales growth

Support production in problem solving manufacturing issues with materials or equipment

Provide technical support within the sales process, which may require occasional overnight travel with or without other company representatives

Manage the risk and liability of business decisions that ensure reasonable precautions prevent large losses

Maintain a strong awareness of the effect of how material and process selections can impact efficiencies, waste and ultimately cost

Actively engage in identifying process improvement opportunities and facilitating their completion

Assist in developing departmental procedures, challenge existing procedures for improvement and implement changes

Reduce opt-outs within the EDGE tool to drive standard solutions and speed

May perform other duties as assigned by manager

Qualification

Engineering principlesPackaging designMaterial specificationsData analysisProject managementTechnical explanationComputer proficiencyInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailProblem solvingTime management

Required

Demonstrate high thruput, accuracy, speed and service with all projects

Apply engineering principles and concepts to identify solutions from both formal training and experience

Knowledge of and the ability to effectively utilize the English language

Regular attendance is an essential function of the position

Must have the ability to quickly learn and apply new information regarding materials and manufacturing processes

Must be able to analyze data and recommend a course of action

Must be able to simultaneously manage numerous tasks and projects

Requires constant and critical attention to detail

Ability to establish and meet tight time lines

Ability to operate a computer with proficiency in word processing software (Microsoft Word), presentation software (Powerpoint) and spreadsheet software (Excel)

Ability to read, comprehend and follow implicit and explicit written and oral instructions

Must have excellent interpersonal skills

Must be able to communicate and answer questions, both written and orally, in a professional and friendly manner

Must have the ability to clearly explain a complex technical concept in layman's terms

Requires education as is generally acquired in four (4) years of college with a Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering or technology field and generally three (3) years of Packaging Application Engineer I experience with proven success

Ability to talk and hear 90% of work time

Standing and walking required for 25% of work time

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds for 20% of work time

Ability to: see clearly at 20 inches or 20 feet or more; ability to identify and distinguish colors; ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point; and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus