Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc

Packaging Engineer II

Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably packaging, mechanical or industrial) or supply chain required.
  • Familiarity with packaging engineering standards and ISTA testing.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
  • Experience designing, testing, or maintaining packaging solutions.
  • Experience with packaging materials or specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain part packaging process routings.
  • Design new part packaging and revise existing packaging as required.
  • Maintain revision records and packaging cost information.
  • Develop packaging material specifications and purchase order releases.
  • Conduct testing on packages according to ISTA requirements.

Benefits

  • Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
  • Employer HSA contribution
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401K with generous company match & contribution
Full Job Description
Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company's discretion.
  • Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
  • Employer HSA contribution
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
  • 401K with generous Company match & contribution
  • Accrued Paid Time Off
  • 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
  • Robust employee wellness program
  • Tuition assistance program


Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

Packaging Process Development & Maintenance

  • Develop and maintain part packaging process routings.


  • Design new part packaging.


  • Revise existing packaging as required.


  • Maintain revision records.


  • Develop and maintain packaging cost information.


  • Provide engineering packaging data for Allison Divisions and the Department of Defense.


  • Packaging Material Specifications & Inventory Support


  • Develop and maintain packaging material specifications.


  • Create packaging material purchase order releases.


  • Assist in developing packaging inventory and replenishment programs.


Packaging Engineering Laboratory Coordination

  • Develop and perform testing on packages according to ISTA requirements. Conduct packaging material testing as required.


  • Perform testing for divisional needs as required.


  • Provide Warehouse & Distribution Project Support


  • Assist with technical, system, in-house logistics, and packaging quality issues. Assist with supplier packaging development.


  • Actively pursue cost savings & continuous improvements


  • Conduct studies to reduce divisional labor and material expenses.


  • Evaluate employee suggestions regarding new packaging method improvements. Evaluate packaging concerns from employees, suppliers, and customers.


  • Maintain revision records and packaging cost information.


System & Technical Support

  • Assist with system issues related to packaging processes, material specifications, and logistics systems.


Data, Documentation & Visual Support

  • Assist with data collection and recording.


  • Create and update Kit Books and visual aids.


Key Performance Measures:

  • Kit book accuracy and timeliness


  • Packaging Routing Accuracy


  • Cost savings due to packaging optimization


Competencies and Behaviors:

Required:

  • Adhering to the highest standards in what we do. We succeed through integrity, trust, and quality as we drive for results.


  • Drive a positive customer experience. We deliver better outcomes when we understand our customers' needs and execute appropriately.


  • Improve the way the world works. We develop better solutions through innovation and a continuous desire to improve.


  • Leveraging the power of teamwork. We develop better solutions by working together toward a common goal.


  • Analytical and problem-solving capability.


  • Knowledge of ISTA standards and packaging methodologies.


  • Strong communication and documentation skills.


  • Ability to collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams.


  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and technical tasks.


Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably packaging, mechanical or industrial) or supply chain is required.


  • Familiarity with packaging engineering standards and ISTA testing.


  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.


  • Preferred:


  • Proficiency with SAP


  • Supplier development or packaging quality experience.


  • Exposure to cost analysis or continuous improvement.


Experience:

Required:
• Experience designing, testing, or maintaining packaging solutions.
• Experience with packaging materials or specifications.
• Experience supporting logistics or warehouse operations.
• Experience preparing documentation and visual work aids.

Scope Factors:
• Provides packaging engineering expertise across production, warehousing, distribution, and supplier networks.
• Responsible for designing, validating, and maintaining packaging standards with direct impact on product protection, cost, and logistics efficiency.
• Collaborates with suppliers, engineering teams, divisional groups, and distribution operations.
• Decisions influence cost savings, packaging compliance, testing protocols, and material specifications across the organization.
• Supports divisional initiatives and represents Packaging Engineering in crossfunctional product and improvement teams.

About Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc

Allison Transmission is an American manufacturer of commercial duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems. Allison products are specified by over 250 vehicle manufacturers and are used in many market sectors including bus, refuse, fire, construction, distribution, military and specialty applications. Allison was founded in 1915 in Indianapolis, Indiana, where the company's global headquarters still resides today. Allison Transmission is the world's largest manufacturer of fully automatic transmissions for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles and is a leader in hybrid-propulsion systems for city buses.
Learn more about Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc
Size
3,400 employees
Market Cap
$3.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$299 million
Founded
1915
5 Year Trend
+5.5%
Revenue
$2 billion
NASDAQ

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