Pack Process Engineer

Grade C, local Nitra

Salary:  From 1930 eur monthly, 0-15% yearly bonus, other benefits according JLR rule

OPPORTUNITY

This role sits with the KD Operations holding responsibility for the end to end set up, maintenance, and delivery of the packaging development of all parts shipped through the Imports and Exports Operations. The role is responsible for new model and model year introductions as well as business as usual delivery quality, cost and environmental improvements whilst optimising container density and utilisation targets.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

•    Manage and execute packaging development activities to ensure there is a plan for every part packed through the Imports and Exports Operations function. This includes:
o    Parts identification and visual aids
o    Designating packaging location and structure to safeguard integrity of parts whilst optimising cost, environmental and container density/optimisation capabilities
o    Creating and maintaining packaging specifications and instructions
o    Cost and environmental continuous improvements 
•    Provide hands on operation support responding to queries and andon issues to ensure production is maintained
•    Project manage any packaging trials as appropriate, ensuring appropriate communications, allocation of responsibilities, risk assessments and feedback
•    Liaise with the designated 3rd party partners to ensure Dangerous Goods requirements are met, including arranging appropriate testing and certification of packaging as required by the appropriate legislation
•    Identify engineering change at part number level and update current packing processes to aid component identification with the 3PL Packing Partner.
•    Develop packaging and processes for new model lines as and when they are required
•    Manage load plan activity giving instructions and guidance when required on specific variable issues.
•    Carry out investigations into quality issues reported by the Customer relating to Packaging Design or packaging failures
•    Liaise with Packaging suppliers in relation to any new packaging, changes to existing designs and any quality issues
•    Liaise with 3PL packing partner to ensure they have the relevant information to update their work instructions and processes
•    Ensure relevant IT systems are correctly updated and maintained, ie KD2000 and CMMS3.
•    Support Engine component packing where INT1121 standard is not applicable for KD/TD operations.
•    Delivery of packaging metrics as required to provide clear status 
•    Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential:
•    Previous experience of packaging development and application to manufacturing
•    Background in supply chain for packaging 
•    Computer literate and proficient in all relevant business systems, including knowledge of MS Office, SAP and CMMS
•    Have an understanding of all current Business Objectives/Behaviours
•    Ability to communicate effectively at all levels both internally and externally

Desirable:
•    Experience working within KD or kitting operations
•    Dangerous goods awareness
•    Commercial acumen, aware of cost v benefits
•    Environmentally and socially astute