Midnight Oil · 3 weeks ago
Kit Packaging Engineer
Shakopee,MN,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expImagine is a leading visual communications company focused on delivering high-quality marketing solutions. The Kit Packaging Engineer will be responsible for preparing cost estimates and planning production for kitting jobs, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the process.
AdvertisingCreative AgencyMarketing
Responsibilities
Prepare a cost estimate for kitting jobs using the most economical method of manufacturing including cost of all materials and labor required
Plan the production of projects using the most efficient and economical methods available
This position is an integral part of the team who will be responsible for understand the packing and shipping requirements for each client
Based on specifications from Sales Reps and Project Managers, estimate the cost of materials and labor utilizing kit calculator, budget pricing or by building a standard estimate in PSI
Determine the production centers required to produce the job as specified
Develop a strategy to accommodate all facets of the job
Evaluate all methods available for producing the job and select the plan which produces the job in the most efficient and economical way
Collaborate with vendors in obtaining best prices for materials
Research and recommend potential cost savings
Actively work with Sales and Account Managers to improve quality and/or lower the price of kits
Use ERP, internal documents, and customer supplied data to prepare estimates
Read and understand RFQ’s
Read and comprehend estimate
Compare estimate to kit instruction file
Reconcile any changes between job and estimate
Create detailed production instructions
Route jobs through C.A.D. department as needed
Calculate corrugate and or cartons as well as all other materials required for kit
Create purchase requisitions for materials and outside services
Allocate house materials
Plan job using current MIS system
Work with coworkers and department supervisors to produce the best quality product possible
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
College degree in Packaging, Business Administration, and or equivalent experience
Comprehensive knowledge of all kitting processes, computer operation and purchasing
Must have intermediate (3-5+ years) of Microsoft Excel experience
Capacity to communicate and work with supervisors and leads in all departments
Broad knowledge of current kitting equipment and configurations and most efficient methods for producing each kit
Strong technical writing skills
Complete knowledge of carton types, styles and materials
Ability to read and understand oral/written instructions
Ability to write clear concise technical instructions in job ticket for all areas of production
Math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers and fractions
Occasional walking
Manual dexterity for repetitive work
Frequent Sitting for prolonged periods of time
Ability to lift, push and pull: Occasional lifting of product of less than 50lbs
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off
Disability insurance
401(k) with match
Life insurance
Other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
Tuition assistance
Caregiver leave
Adoption assistance
Employer/partner discounts
Company
Midnight Oil
Midnight Oil is a marketing agency that provides go-to-market, brand strategy, print production, structural design, and audience insight.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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