When you are a Packaging Engineer at Caterpillar, you will execute the CPS Packaging Process aligned with Standard Practice 20, corporate shipping guidelines, quality and cleanliness specifications and inventory warehousing standards for a facility.



Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

* Provide NPI support (returnable containers CPPD)

* Develop packaging solutions to protect finished painted components

* Design for transport efficiency

* Perform containerization analysis and quoting

* Validate new packaging and containers during pilot phase

* Coordinate with assembly planning for line-side storage and ergonomic considerations

* Develop kitting packaging / presentation

* Validate returnable quantities through simulations

* Resolve safety and / or quality issues caused by current packaging

* Resolve issues reported by 3PL or carriers

* Packaging non-conformance process

* Facilitate packaging procurement including pre-approvals and debits

* Packaging compliance supporting Standard Practice 20

* Supplier / carrier communication & training

* Container tracking system management

* Achieve supply chain performance targets related to packaging and containerization of material.

* Significant Travel (50% to 75% of working time.)



Required Qualifications:

* Experience with 6 Sigma Project teams

* CPS Functional Job Role Qualified

* APICS CPIM or CSPC National Certification highly desired

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

* Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, organization and communication skills

* Thorough understanding of company policies and procedures

* Thorough knowledge of Standard Practice 20, corporate shipping guidelines, quality and cleanliness specifications and inventory warehousing standards.

* College or university degree related to Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.

* CAD or other similar electronic drafting experience.



Desired Qualifications:

* A background in Manufacturing, Operations, Inventory Management, Material Requirements and/or Supply Chain/Logistics.

* Familiar with company policies and procedures with a strong department background.

* Able to build strong relationships with various stakeholders.