Packaging Engineer II - Downers Grove IL

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Tyson Foods
Packaging Engineer II - Downers Grove, IL
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Downers Grove
Illinois
At Tyson Foods, the safety of our team members is our top priority. For that reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Vaccine verification will be required to enter Tyson facilities.
En Tyson Foods, la seguridad de los miembros de nuestro equipo es nuestra principal prioridad. Por esa razón, los solicitantes seleccionados para este puesto deben estar completamente vacunados contra COVID-19 como condición de empleo. Se requerirá la verificación de la vacuna para ingresar a las instalaciones de Tyson.
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Job Purpose/Summary:
The Packaging Engineer II will be responsible for organizing, planning, managing, and executing packaging Innovation, development and cost reduction projects for Retail, Club, Foodservice, and International businesses. The Packaging Engineer II will also assist with research, design, testing, justification, and deployment of new package technology to deliver new or improved packaged products. This individual will work with project teams to investigate and recommend materials, processes, innovation, packaging, and equipment to bring assigned project to successful conclusion. Additionally, they will provide technical support to Product Development, Business Units (BU), Supply Chain, and Procurement in technical expertise. The individual in this role will also support Supply Chain and BU function in manufacturing of packages that meet customer and consumer expectation for character, cost, and quality in assigned product category. The Packaging Engineer II will develop the ability to manage/recommend projects that will lead to opportunity for innovation, growth, sustainability, intellectual property, and profitability.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Support assigned Business Unit with all package development needs
Manage multiple packaging development, technical application, sustainability, and cost reduction projects and/or programs.
Leads assigned resources in problem identification and problem resolution to facilitate new or improved packages, packaging upgrades, new or improved processes and cost savings.
Supports the development of technological innovation in equipment, materials, processing or package design including packaging development specifications.
Supports the development of intellectual property for new package platforms / designs when applicable
Work as a cross functional resource with Business Units, Insights/Innovation, Supply Chain Engineering, Product Development R&D, and Procurement to develop new packaging platforms to support product innovation
Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with operations/divisional management and external customers.
Develop partnerships with suppliers to create new and unique packaging and processes.
Responsible for assuring all projects are seen through to completion including documentation and protection of intellectual property.
Supports the establishment and execution of departmental priorities and program strategy efforts in conjunction with department Director and/or VP.
Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with operations/divisional management and external customers.
Leverages external vendors and works directly with procurement.
Provide technical support to project teams to solve manufacturing problems.
Serve as a technical resource to the organization in at least one area of expertise.
Proficient in specification systems
Mentor to the interns of the Packaging Department.
Develops self and others utilizing the Tyson 5C's (collaboration, commitment, creativity, caring, and candor).
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Education/Certifications: BS/MS Packaging Engineering or related field
Experience: 0-4 years total
If Student, in last semester of receiving the degree. Degree must be conferred prior to start date
Previous internship experience with food packaging a plus
Understanding of product and packaging interactions, sustainability, food protections and packaging tests
If experienced, proficient with product and packaging interactions, sustainability, food protections, and package testing.
If experienced, knowledgeable in packaging equipment, packaging processes, and working with supply chain engineering on capital projects involving packaging solutions
Computer Skills: Requires basic computer skills. For example, generating simple letters, spreadsheets and creating simple queries. May require knowledge of Tyson Business Computer. Familiarity with Cape, Tops, ArtiosCAD, CAD, etc.
Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills required. Presentation skills required. Must have the ability to effectively communicate with cross functional business partners
Special Skills: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Strong project management skills. Strong planning and organizational skills.
Supervisory: Mentor to Interns of the Packaging Department
Travel: 25% - 12 domestic or international trips per year.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
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At Tyson Foods, the safety of our team members is our top priority. For that reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Vaccine verification will be required to enter Tyson facilities.
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