Senior Packaging Test Engineer

Job ID: 2329 

Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

Job Summary:

This position provides technical support for packaging testing, lab operations, and efficiency improvements.  This position will be responsible for testing and warehouse management in support of new packaging development, productivity, and sustaining projects across all brands.  The position requires the ability to work effectively with the Packaging Research and Development teams across Newell Brands, as well as other disciplines including Marketing, Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain.  Limited travel may be required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Cultivates test request criteria and accuracy to drive successful testing in a timely and efficient manner

• Leads enhancements to processes to improve effectiveness and efficiency of the test lab

• Leads in ensuring equipment effectiveness through development and execution of preventative maintenance program

• Participates in and leads scheduling activities through development of workflow tracking tools and communication with key stakeholders managing weekly TRE meeting

• Active leadership toward delivering SEAL and 6S goals including ownership of ongoing training

• Provides root cause analysis efforts when packaging does not meet test criteria

• Provides guidance in statistical support for proper sample sizing in test plans

• Delivers test results with clear reporting on performance levels and confidence intervals

• Develops report templates to drive efficiency in reporting and high-quality results communicated to internal and external stakeholders

• Ensures test methods are repeatable and reproducible through measurement system analysis

• Maintain and update trainings and tools for packaging engineering team (TRE checklist, Windchill trainings)

• Ongoing training and mentorship for technicians, solidifying common test methods and training on new test methods

• Leads collaboration with packaging engineers to generate and or clarify test plans to ensure testing is representative of correct distribution environments

• Collaboration with packaging engineering team for development to innovate test methods for complex problems engineering

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Packaging Science, or other related field with 5+ years of experience in an engineering role, preferably with distribution testing experience; Relevant work experience will be considered

• High level of agility with experience in working across large number of projects in a dynamic cross functional environment

• Proven ability or good aptitude to maintain and troubleshoot test lab operations and equipment

• Certification or good familiarity with ISTA testing procedures or related testing protocols

• Demonstrates organizational skills, aggressive drive for performance, and high levels of personal accountability

• Fundamental knowledge of applicable packaging manufacturing processes & distribution channels

• Strong problem-solving skills including identifying problems, potential problems, and developing solutions

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, writing, planning, and presentation skills

• Demonstrates the ability to lead by direct control and influence for positive business outcomes

• Must be able to repeatedly lift 25 lbs., and up to 40lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Packaging development and/or testing experience in consumer-packaged goods

• Demonstrated or experience with SEAL, OSHA, Safety and 6S

• Ability to apply Statistical Analysis

• Familiarity with the use of data acquisition and data logging software/equipment

• Working knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, Windchill System, and engineering drawings

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.