Job PurposeHonda Development & Manufacturing of America (HDMA) International Supply Chain Packaging Engineer Coordinator is responsible for the development and management of packaging for all North America Export parts.
In the Packaging Developer role, you are responsible for:
Packaging development for secure shipping of automotive parts between suppliers and International Honda plants while considering a wide degree of supply chain characteristics, part quality, handling objectives and constraints.
Evaluate, test (as needed) and approve packaging designs, validate change points, determining effectiveness to minimize critical impact or risk.
Support Associate Development (refer to Packaging Engineer - A EX1 CL3). Lead Supplier Composition Activity for Packaging Buildout. Train and support outside Honda Packaging Developer associates to utilize ISC Pack Lab for Packaging Testing.
Key Accountabilities - Manage OEM Packaging pertaining to design support, development, approval and maintenance.
- Lead and manage Intercompany and ISC responsible Packaging pertaining to design, development, safety and structural.
- Trouble Shoot and correct design related packaging issues, cost down and efficiency up changepoints. Use 3D modelling software and expertise to gain buy-in from key stakeholders and push for optimal packaging design.
- Manage, train and support internal and external Honda Packaging Developer associates to utilize ISC Pack Lab for Packaging Testing.
- Lead Supplier Composition activity for Packaging.
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills Minimum Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering field or equivalent engineering experience
Minimum Experience:
- 2+ years relevant experience
Other Job-Specific Skills: - Previous experience working in the automotive and/or manufacturing industry preferred
Job Dimensions No. of Direct Reports: 0
No. of Indirect Reports: 0
Financial Dimensions: 0
Decisions Expected - Use part data and feedback from end users to establish a packaging design direction
- Understand when there are impasses in development and escalate issues for further support to ensure projects remain on schedule
- Approve Packaging design and cost through Packaging Information Forms (PIF)
Working Conditions - Hybrid work style
- Requires travel to local warehouse facilities, Domestic Suppliers & Packaging Fabricators
- Potential for some International Travel to overseas Plant Destinations
What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice? Total Rewards: - Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
- Paid Overtime
- Regional Bonus (when applicable)
- Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth: - Advancement Opportunities
- Career Mobility
- Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
- Training and Development programs
Additional Offerings: - Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
- Lifestyle Account
- Childcare Reimbursement Account
- Elder Care Support
- Wellbeing Program
- Community Service and Engagement Programs
- Product Programs
