Job Description:

ROLE: This engineer will be responsible for the design and development of new products. Responsibilities will include development efforts for new products which meet internal and external customer needs, establishing specifications, and coordinating procurement of new tooling on time and within established budgets. Upon the arrival of new tooling, the

engineer will participate in the group's successful transition of the project to the Production Group. This role will require the timely and effective interdepartmental communication of ongoing projects through regular meetings, timelines, and other updates as necessary.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Design and development of new products.
• Participate in the procurement and start-up of new production tooling.
• Assist in the establishment of project timelines and identify critical dates and deliverables.
• Recommend production methods and procedures.
• Creation of quality specifications for new products.
• Demonstrates ability to work without supervision.
• Other duties as necessary.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

Project Management:

• Ability to develop project structure, scope, timelines, schedule, and budget utilizing Gantt chart software.
• Ability to provide direction and support during project introduction with the Manufacturing team.
• Demonstrates understanding of Product Development process.
• Ability to be an active participant in a multi-discipline project team.
• Strong ability to establish and build relationships with internal and external customers.
• Has the ability to monitor the progress of vendor performance, coordinate various contract specifications, review, and process payment requests.
• Demonstrates knowledge of sources of supply and services.

Interpersonal/Communication:

• Can demonstrate the ability to participate and/or foster interdepartmental communication and teamwork.
• Can demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multi-task duties without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication and dissemination of information in a diplomatic manner.
• Demonstrates ability to work under pressure, meet scheduled deadlines, and meet emergency situations without loss of efficiency or composure.

Design/Product Design:

• Demonstrates mechanical aptitude skills.
• Exhibits strong 3D CAD and rendering aptitude.
• Demonstrates understanding of the manufacturing process.
• Ability to convert concepts into designs.
• Ability to design with safety in mind.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrates troubleshooting/root cause analysis ability.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to product design for relevant plastic parts and packaging.
• Has knowledge of plastic thermoforming material properties.
• Ability to identify design improvements.
• Demonstrates ability to identify and validate fitness for use requirements.

Quality:

• Ability to read, understand and analyze statistical data and characteristics.
• Ability to correctly utilize gauging equipment.

Safety:

• Demonstrates ability to identify industry-specific regulations and adhere to industry standards.
• Demonstrates ability to comply with major Federal and State industrial safety regulations and industry and professional standards.
• Demonstrate ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs, policies, and procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• BS Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of the Plastics Industry is preferred.
• Experience in Engineering project management.
• Speaking and presentation skills to conduct effective meetings.
• Team and group participation skills.
• Knowledge of PC and Network-based software including Word Processing, Spreadsheet, and Database applications.
• Advanced 3D CAD skills with graphic rendering experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of plastic physical properties and behaviors.