Develop test plans and perform laboratory testing on products, packages, and packaging materials.
Support the Product Life Cycle (PLC) process by defining Design For Distribution (DFD) requirements and influencing product design.
Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving activities.
Develop and maintain global packaging standards and specifications for Applied Materials and its Supply Base.
Provide advanced training and support to Packaging Engineer III.
Performs other duties as assigned. Duties will vary according to the project in progress and/or the specific goals of the department in which the incumbent works. Duties may include leading team solutions to problems identified throughout the development and lifecycle of a product.
Qualifications Necessary for Success
BS degree in Packaging, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
10+ years of professional experience in packaging engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Experience developing and validating packaging solutions for complex equipment, industrial products, or technology hardware is highly valued.
Technical Qualifications
Packaging design and development
Packaging testing and validation
Transportation and distribution packaging
Packaging materials selection
Supplier management and qualification
Development of packaging specifications and standards
Design for Distribution (DFD)
Cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
Product Life Cycle (PLC) support and new product introduction activities.
Fluent in CAD, NX preferred, Solidworks, Creo, Artios, AutoCad
Leadership / Senior-Level Expectations
Lead packaging-related projects and problem-solving efforts.
Develop global packaging standards.
Mentor and train junior packaging engineers.
Work cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and product engineering teams.
Drive process improvements and best practices.
Additional Information
Time Type
Full time
Employee Type
Assignee / Regular
Travel
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible
Yes
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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