Packaging Engineer
Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
# 105566 - Topeka, Kansas, United States
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Product Development, Marketing, Design, Supply Chain, and other functional groups to identify package technologies to deliver consumer centric solutions that meet key attributes (eg: costs, consumer usage/functionality, manufacturability and compatibility/functionality of materials with product).
- Write and present technical summaries, packaging solutions and business impact to functional leaders, both technical and non-technical personnel.
- Conduct packaging development and implementation through scale-up and Technology
- Transfer process by partnering with the quality, product development and the manufacturing sites teams to:
- Ensure that packaging equipment/material system specifications, functionality and design are appropriate for use.
- Ensure that the packaging provides product integrity and appeal under varying shipping and display conditions. - Monitor package testing, analyze test data and prepare reports to include recommendations and conclusions.
- Identify cost saving opportunities and work towards implementation of the same through cross functional collaboration with commercial and operational team members.
- Maintain and continuously improve tooling/package qualification plans, technology transfer documentation (Design History Files) and final package component specifications, Manufacturing Specifications, case/cube information cost and savings, estimates etc.
- Understands the capabilities of the Packaging Laboratory test equipment and exhibits working knowledge of their operation.
Education/ Experience Requirements
- BS Degree in Packaging Engineering / Science, Material Science or relevant technical field
- Must be proficient with the following computer programs:
- Cape Pack or other pallet pattern design software
- SAP or similar ERP system
Preferred Qualifications
- At least 3 years of practical experience in package development or engineering, preferably in theFMCG.
- An experience in food packaging will be a plus
- Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse cultures and global partners
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law
Are you interested in working for Hill's Pet Nutrition? You can apply online and attach all relevant documents such as a cover letter and resume or CV. Applications received by e-mail are not considered in the selection process. Become part of our team. We look forward to your application.
Work that matters, fueled by passion for pets! At Hill s we have a purpose. Every day around the world, we transform the lives of millions of pet families through pioneering innovation, amazing nutrition, and the best and brightest people. Founded more than 75 years ago with an unwavering commitment to pet nutrition, Hills' mission is to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets.
HILL'S Prescription Diet therapeutic pet foods, HILL'S Science Diet and HILL'S Ideal Balance wellness pet foods are sold worldwide. Hill s is a division of Colgate-Palmolive, a leading global consumer products company, tightly focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, with sales of products in more than 200 countries. To learn more about Hill's and Colgate, please visit http://www.hillspet.com and http://www.colgatepalmolive.com, or find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject Accommodation Request should you require accommodation.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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