Packaging Engineer Job at Slate Auto, Warsaw, IN

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  • Slate Auto
  • Warsaw, IN

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we're building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

| WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Slate is looking for a Packaging Engineer to design, develop, and optimize packaging solutions for automotive components and materials. The goal is to create cost-effective, sustainable, and efficient packaging systems that improve supply chain performance and reduce waste. ** Must be willing to relocate to Warsaw, IN. Relocation assistance will be provided **

| WHAT YOU GET TO DO

  • Design packaging solutions for automotive components and finished goods, ensuring they meet logistics, storage, safety, and durability standards.
  • Work with manufacturing, quality, and design teams to identify parts suitable for returnable packaging.
  • Manage packaging budgets and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Develop sustainable packaging solutions using CAD tools like SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to create durable, cost-effective expendable packaging.
  • Conduct business case studies comparing returnable vs. expendable packaging.
  • Define packaging requirements for new product launches and analyze logistics data to improve supply chain flow.
  • Optimize packaging internal space utilization and material handling efficiency.
  • Lead continuous improvement projects focused on lean packaging and ergonomics.
  • Collaborate with various factory teams to design, develop, and implement containers and carts for internal factory kitting and sequencing
  • Research new materials and technologies to improve packaging durability, reduce weight, and lower costs.
  • Ensure all packaging solutions meet required specifications and standards before implementation.
  • Conduct packaging performance testing as needed.

| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

  • Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
  • 5+ years of packaging experience in automotive, aerospace, or similar industries.
  • Experience in optimizing returnable and expendable packaging with suppliers.
  • Proficient in CAD tools for packaging design and optimization.
  • Knowledge of packaging design, materials, and logistics optimization.
  • Familiarity with ISO, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Strong leadership and collaboration skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Understanding of sustainable packaging practices.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

We're fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. Slate's start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness moves our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

  • Safety First
  • Delight Customers
  • One Team
  • Relentless Improvement
  • Fast, Frugal and Scrappy
  • Respectful Collaboration
  • Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE:

  • Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
  • Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recar- talent_acquisition@slate.auto.

Job Tags

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