PACKAGING ENGINEER

About us Smalley is the global manufacturing leader of precision metal formed products – known for our Spirolox® retaining rings and Crest-to- Crest® wave springs. Our success is propelled by our inventive spirit, devoted team members, extensive engineering proficiency, and technical ability, cultivated by over 100 years of manufacturing excellence. We supply to industries including aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, robotics and industrial machinery – supporting over 70% of the Fortune 500 global manufacturers. We are proud of our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality products, relentless pursuit of improvement, and unwavering dedication to providing excellent service to our valued customers. Why Smalley? At Smalley, we take pride in cultivating an inclusive work environment that values creativity, collaboration and diversity. We believe in our associates' unique perspectives that they bring to every challenge, which is why we will empower you to push the boundaries of what is possible. We are committed to nurturing an enjoyable work atmosphere demonstrated through activities such as Spirit Days, Cancer Awareness events, Health and Wellness activities, and fun sports opportunities to play in basketball, bags, and ping pong tournaments! We Offer Competitive compensation and benefits package as well as: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, Life insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, and more! Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth Ongoing learning and training and development opportunities Company and department led team-building activities and events Job Summary The Packaging Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, validating, and standardizing packaging solutions that protect products, meet customer requirements, support sustainability objectives, and comply with applicable packaging regulations. This role partners with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and customers to ensure packaging requirements are incorporated during product design and launch while supporting efficient manufacturing, storage, and distribution operations. Responsibilities : Design and maintain packaging specifications, standards, and documentation for products and shipments. Ensure packaging solutions comply with applicable regulatory requirements, including DOT, CPSC, and PPWR and other customer-specific packaging requirements. Collaborate with Engineering and Product Development teams to incorporate packaging requirements during the design and launch of new products. Review customer packaging specifications and translate requirements into internal packaging standards and operational processes. Develop and standardize packaging configurations including each, inner pack, master pack, and pallet quantities to support future sales and distribution needs. Evaluate packaging materials, carton designs, dunnage, palletization methods, and shipment configurations to ensure product protection and transportation efficiency. Lead packaging redesign initiatives to improve standardization, sustainability, quality, and cost effectiveness. Coordinate packaging testing, validation, and performance evaluations to ensure compliance with customer and internal requirements. Investigate packaging failures, shipping damage, and customer complaints; implement corrective actions and design improvements. Analyze packaging performance, material utilization, transportation efficiency, and packaging costs to identify improvement opportunities. Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on packaging optimization, waste reduction, and operational efficiency. Maintain awareness of packaging regulations, sustainability trends, and industry best practices. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field. 3+ years of experience in packaging engineering, packaging design, …

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