Packaging Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Burton, MI that is seeking a Packaging Engineer to design and release packaging material specifications. A typical Packaging Engineer is responsible for improving packaging design and material specifications through research and testing.

Job Responsibilities:
* Perform projects to reduce packaging material, processing, distribution, and damage costs
* Resolve complex product and packaging issues
* Develop and apply graphic design elements and product
* Identification standards for packaging materials
* Coordinate packaging requirements with plants, other departments, sources, and customers
* Stay current on new technology and new developments
* Apply high quality network/synchronous organization and lean strategies to achieve process improvement and promote teamwork

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Packaging or other related technical area
* 5-7 years of experience required
* Expert knowledge of Testing, Design, Packaging processes
* Knowledge in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
* Knowledge with Lotus Notes or other email communication tools
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work well with a team
* Ability to partner with senior management to analyze and solve issues
* Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
* Ability to create blueprints and technical drawings

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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