Assistant Packaging Engineer

Company: Kellogg Company
Location: Battle Creek
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Job Description:

As a Associate Packaging Engineer, you will develop and commercialize new packaging solutions across a wide range of product and package forms. -As an innovator and team player, you will develop and implement packaging that achieves results on cross-functional teams, driving the growth of Kellogg Company. -Your technical knowledge of packaging materials and supply chain is key to our success. Come grow with us! At Kellogg Company, we offer a thriving environment of opportunity and development. - Our engineers love the challenge of being technical experts and industry leaders. Engage with us as you explore different technical competencies while working for a company that delights the world through foods and brands that matter. HERE'S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Driving Innovation -- Use your innovative thinking skills to develop, transform and execute packaging projects to drive the innovation pipeline. Additionally, you'll be a key member of the innovation team driving the innovation calendar.
• Supporting Products and Platforms -- Identify and deliver cost reduction across the entire portfolio of products and material platforms. Bottom line growth is critical to our success, so we'll look to you support our business end to end!
• Leading with a Consumer Focus -- Demonstrate technical and business leadership within cross-functional teams while supporting the company philosophy and direction. Engage with consumers in the evaluation of packaging concepts and prototypes. At Kellogg Company, our consumers are at the heart of what we do. Here's your opportunity to show how much you care too!
• Collaborating for Success -- Work through internal and external partnerships to engineer packaging that drives success. In this role, you'll go far as you show us how you can succeed on a team. YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS Required:
  • Your technical depth and breadth within the packaging discipline will stand out here!
  • Bachelor of science degree in packaging, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or another related technical field is preferred
  • Clear understanding of packaging design, materials, equipment and systems
  • Experienced in problem solving, leading and managing projects, and engaging with project teams
  • Influencing and driving alignment among team functions -
  • Effective communication skills to convey complex and/or detailed information to a wide range of individuals/audiences with different knowledge levels Bonus Points: -
    • An entrepreneurial spirit goes a long way!
    • Advanced degree in a technical discipline - -
    • Packaging experience at a consumer packaged goods company
    • Creativity and thinking outside the "box," literally and figuratively! WHAT'S NEXT It's best to apply today, because job postings can be taken down and we wouldn't want you to miss this opportunity. - To learn more about what's next, click on one of the links below: -
      • THE FINER PRINT The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this - -for English or this - -for Spanish. Let's create the future of food Kellogg Recruitment

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