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Oatey Company · 6 hours ago

Engineer, Packaging

Cleveland, OH (Headquarters)

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$73K/yr - $117K/yr

5+ years exp

Oatey Company is a leading provider of plumbing products and is seeking a Packaging Engineer to design, develop, and implement packaging solutions. The role involves collaboration with various teams to ensure product protection, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while optimizing packaging systems.

Building Material

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop innovative packaging systems for new and existing Oatey Co. products, including primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging

Identify and implement changes to packaging designs to optimize quality performance and cost

Verify that packaging designs are optimized for manufacturing, including pack-out efficiency, ergonomics, and production repeatability

Create packaging specifications, drawings, and documentation using CAD tools

Evaluate packaging materials (corrugate, plastics, films, foams, etc.) for cost, performance, sustainability, and manufacturability

Ensure packaging solutions comply with regulatory requirements regarding materials, labeling, and usage

Work closely with packaging suppliers to enable creative, cost-effective alternatives, support troubleshooting efforts, and provide technical assistance to Oatey’s Logistics and Operations teams

Establish supplier quality standards, develop incoming inspection plans, and support supplier audits and performance reviews

Partner with Procurement on supplier qualification, cost-reduction initiatives, and material innovation opportunities

Conduct ISTA, ASTM, and distribution environment testing for packaging validation

Analyze test data and implement necessary design modifications to ensure packaging durability and product protection

Validate packaging for manufacturability, sustainability, and regulatory compliance

Provide technical support to Oatey production teams regarding packaging processes, equipment, and materials

Develop and optimize packaging work instructions, pallet patterns, and packaging line efficiencies

Lead root-cause investigations for packaging defects, shipping damage, or customer complaints

Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through material substitutions, structure redesigns, or process improvements

Evaluate and integrate sustainable materials or processes that support Oatey’s environmental goals

Improve cube utilization and freight efficiency through optimized palletization and secondary packaging design

Maintain accurate packaging specifications, bills of materials (BOMs), and engineering change documentation

Ensure packaging designs meet applicable domestic and international regulations

Support continuous improvement efforts within Oatey’s quality systems and documentation standards

Qualification

Packaging EngineeringCAD ToolsPackaging MaterialsRegulatory ComplianceAnalytical SkillsSustainability InitiativesCross-Functional CollaborationProject Management

Required

5+ years of packaging engineering experience, preferably in manufacturing environments

Strong understanding of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, and distribution environments

Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, ArtiosCAD, AutoCAD, or equivalent)

Familiarity with regulatory requirements around packaging materials and usage

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Technical aptitude and strong attention to detail

Effective cross-functional collaboration

Project management and organizational skills

Continuous improvement and cost-reduction mindset

Ability to balance cost, quality, sustainability, and operational needs

Preferred

Experience in consumer goods, industrial products, or plumbing/HVAC packaging

Knowledge of palletization software (TOPS, Cape Pack, etc.)

Background in sustainability initiatives, recyclability improvements, or circular packaging

Experience working with packaging automation equipment and suppliers

Benefits

Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance

Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing

Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation

Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents

Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates

Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

Company

Oatey Company

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives.

Founded in 1916

Cleveland, Ohio, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.oatey.com//

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