Career Area:
Logistics
Job Description:
At Caterpillar, we're working to help our customers build a better world. We wouldn't be the Caterpillar we are today without the exceptionally talented, bright and driven people who get the job done. This is your chance to help us make progress possible around the world - for our customers, for growing communities and for every member of our team. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Packaging Engineer.
The Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts DistributionofCat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurementand thedesign andmanufactureof Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters).
We're *committed* to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions.
We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We're exploring new ideas and opportunities - innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow's growth.
Through it all, we are one team (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYIDne7Q5ek&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB_i-UVln&index=39) - creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.
Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvCYWtWARlk&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB_i-UVln&index=25)
As a Packaging Engineer, you will design and develop returnable and expendable packaging for individual piece parts and bulk shipping to ensure the timely and efficient receipt and delivery of material. Proper packaging design includes part containment, protection, and optimization of transportation and other supply chain functions.
Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Establish packaging and processing specifications at the part number level for new product introductions, cost savings, or other supply chain improvement
Communicate with existing facilities on packaging issues related to receiving, warehousing, and/or line side delivery
Perform cost analysis on current packaging processes and recommend changes where appropriate
Lead low risk Green Belt projects
Perform activities to ensure parts are protected, shipped, and delivered to the customer in a usable fashion
Develop packaging solutions to protect finished painted components
Design for transport efficiency
Perform containerization analysis, testing, and quoting
Validate new packaging and containers during pilot phase
Coordinate with operations for storage and ergonomic considerations
Develop kitting packaging
Validate returnable quantities through simulations
Resolve safety and / or quality issues caused by current packaging
Resolve issues reported by customers and process partners
Develop, communicate and maintain supplier packaging requirements
Audit conformance to packaging specification
Joint Process Improvement with packaging vendors and purchasing
Create packaging concepts using 3D modeling software (i.e. Pro-E)
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Packaging, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
2+ years of industrial packaging experience
Project management experience
Top Candidates will also have:
Familiar with company policies and procedures with a strong department background
Additional packaging design experience in automotive or similar industry
Interpersonal, teamwork, organization and communication skills
Ability to perform data query analysis (i.e. SAS, business objects)
Knowledge and understanding of 6 Sigma project management principles
Develop and deploy creative / original solutions to complex problems
Knowledge of material handling equipment
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