Packaging COE Engineer
- Ford Motor Company
- Rayong, Thailand
- THB 800,000 – THB 1,200,000
To design shipping containers to maximize CBM utilization in transportation
Bring new innovative ideas for packaging styles, materials etc. based on industry / new tech updates
Benchmark NA, EU & IMG plants packaging. Incorporate Best in World design in terms of pkg. & freight costs
Simulate using Packaging Design oriented tool. Identify best packaging for each part and implement through standardized process
Drive environmental packaging sustainable solutions for lowest carbon footprint
Laise with suppliers, plant pkg., purchasing functions to complete on-time Pkg. sign off Prepare reports based on standard reporting formats in Launch milestones.
Develop and execute comprehensive assessment plans to evaluate supplier dunnage fleet calculators and verify that inventory norms, shipping frequency, and transit times are accurately aligned with Ford data.
Proactively research and integrate new packaging styles, materials, and technologies based on industry trends and emerging advancements, bringing "Best in World" design concepts into practice.
Conduct comprehensive benchmarking of packaging practices across North American, European, and International Markets Group (IMG) plants to identify and incorporate global best practices.
Utilize advanced Packaging Design-oriented simulation tools to identify optimal packaging solutions for individual parts, ensuring their standardized implementation.
Drive the development and implementation of environmentally sustainable packaging solutions aimed at achieving the lowest possible carbon footprint.
Serve as the primary liaison with suppliers, plant packaging teams, and purchasing functions to ensure timely and accurate packaging sign-off processes are completed for all new and revised components.
Prepare and present detailed reports on packaging status and performance, adhering to standard reporting formats throughout critical launch milestones.
Set and Achieve TVM targets bringing in innovative ideas , pack density improvements, Freight improvements, packing material cost reduction, part cost reduction,…
To design shipping containers to maximize CBM utilization in transportation
Bring new innovative ideas for packaging styles, materials etc. based on industry / new tech updates
Benchmark NA, EU & IMG plants packaging. Incorporate Best in World design in terms of pkg. & freight costs
Simulate using Packaging Design oriented tool. Identify best packaging for each part and implement through standardized process
Drive environmental packaging sustainable solutions for lowest carbon footprint
Laise with suppliers, plant pkg., purchasing functions to complete on-time Pkg. sign off Prepare reports based on standard reporting formats in Launch milestones.
Develop and execute comprehensive assessment plans to evaluate supplier dunnage fleet calculators and verify that inventory norms, shipping frequency, and transit times are accurately aligned with Ford data.
Proactively research and integrate new packaging styles, materials, and technologies based on industry trends and emerging advancements, bringing "Best in World" design concepts into practice.
Conduct comprehensive benchmarking of packaging practices across North American, European, and International Markets Group (IMG) plants to identify and incorporate global best practices.
Utilize advanced Packaging Design-oriented simulation tools to identify optimal packaging solutions for individual parts, ensuring their standardized implementation.
Drive the development and implementation of environmentally sustainable packaging solutions aimed at achieving the lowest possible carbon footprint.
Serve as the primary liaison with suppliers, plant packaging teams, and purchasing functions to ensure timely and accurate packaging sign-off processes are completed for all new and revised components.
Prepare and present detailed reports on packaging status and performance, adhering to standard reporting formats throughout critical launch milestones.
Set and Achieve TVM targets bringing in innovative ideas , pack density improvements, Freight improvements, packing material cost reduction, part cost reduction,…
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Education Qualification: Engineering or other technical degree required. Example: Mech. Engr, Pkg Engr, Industrial Engr, are all acceptable. Degree in Packaging stream is an added advantage.
No. of Years of Experience: 3 to 5 yrs. in Packaging development & Implementation
Professional Exposure: Working knowledge in Pack assist or similar packaging related software's
Technical / System Skills : Hands on knowledge in Ansys, CATIA, CAD, Packaging material selection
knowledge
Good Knowledge in various packaging methods across industries.
Proficient in System / App – CMMS , MS Project, Access, Excel , Word, Power BI , Power Apps , Python
Preferred previous experiences: Prior experience in any of the following: Packaging development in FMCG , Automotives, pharma, e-commerce companies
Behavioral Skills: Results-oriented. Flexible, collaborative work style. Able to work cross-functional, multi-national teams in a fast-paced working environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Work in USA shift timings (if any required)
Special Knowledge/Skills Required: Proven Packaging design skill sets
Good communication skills in English Language (written and oral)
Any Others: Some travel required
Ability to travel to other countries,
ad-hoc basis
Stakeholders:
- Plant (AAT, FTM , FVL , FMCSA , FNA , EU) and Global MP&L Teams
- IT Team , GSCI Team , GDIA
Skills
- Packaging Design
- CBM Optimization
- Simulation Tools
- Supplier Management
- Sustainability
- Benchmarking
- Cross-functional Collaboration






