Associate Packaging Structure Engineer - The Walt Disney Company
Kissimmee, FL
About the Job
About the Role & Team
At The Walt Disney Company, our commitment to environmental stewardship and social responsibility drives our mission to integrate sustainable practices into every aspect of our supply chain. Come be part of this dynamic team!
What You Will Do
As an Associate Packaging Structure Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving our company's commitment to sustainability by identifying, evaluating, and engineering sustainable primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging solutions. You will work closely with our cross-functional product development teams to integrate sustainability considerations into our sourcing strategies and decision-making processes. You will evaluate existing packaging guidelines and define future improvements and standards with creative solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Implement packaging strategies that align with our company's sustainability goals and objectives.
+ Innovate and design multiple structure solutions to meet various category needs.
+ Collaborate with additional engineers to optimize between primary and secondary/tertiary packaging.
+ Create and approve technical drawings/die lines/Costing Mechanical Artwork (CMA), pallet and container load diagrams.
+ Maintain working knowledge and perform ISTA testing.
+ Operate packaging lab equipment to support development and testing.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability considerations into our creative development and sourcing processes.
+ Assist in tracking and reporting on our progress towards our sustainability goals.
+ Analyze trends and opportunities for solution longevity.
+ Conduct market research, stay up to date on sustainable sourcing developments to continuously improve cost efficiency.
Required Qualifications & Skills
+ 3+ years of experience in Packaging Engineering, Structural Design preferred.
+ Familiarity in industry standard packaging engineering software and hardware including Artios CAD, CAPE Pack, and Kongsberg.
+ Familiarity with Adobe Creative suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
+ Familiarity with industry certifications and standards.
+ Ability to take initiative and work on multiple projects under deadlines and business schedules.
+ Analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strategic and creative mindset focused on achieving sustainability objectives whilst protecting and showcasing products.
+ Effective organization, communication, and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and external partners.
+ Passion for packaging and sustainability with a deep commitment to reducing environmental impact through responsible sourcing practices.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Science, or a related field.
This position is only available on-site in Kissimmee, Florida and will be in-office 4 days a week, Monday through Thursday, with flexibility on Fridays
Job ID: 10103929
Location: Kissimmee,Florida
Job Posting Company: Disney Experiences
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
At The Walt Disney Company, our commitment to environmental stewardship and social responsibility drives our mission to integrate sustainable practices into every aspect of our supply chain. Come be part of this dynamic team!
What You Will Do
As an Associate Packaging Structure Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving our company's commitment to sustainability by identifying, evaluating, and engineering sustainable primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging solutions. You will work closely with our cross-functional product development teams to integrate sustainability considerations into our sourcing strategies and decision-making processes. You will evaluate existing packaging guidelines and define future improvements and standards with creative solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Implement packaging strategies that align with our company's sustainability goals and objectives.
+ Innovate and design multiple structure solutions to meet various category needs.
+ Collaborate with additional engineers to optimize between primary and secondary/tertiary packaging.
+ Create and approve technical drawings/die lines/Costing Mechanical Artwork (CMA), pallet and container load diagrams.
+ Maintain working knowledge and perform ISTA testing.
+ Operate packaging lab equipment to support development and testing.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability considerations into our creative development and sourcing processes.
+ Assist in tracking and reporting on our progress towards our sustainability goals.
+ Analyze trends and opportunities for solution longevity.
+ Conduct market research, stay up to date on sustainable sourcing developments to continuously improve cost efficiency.
Required Qualifications & Skills
+ 3+ years of experience in Packaging Engineering, Structural Design preferred.
+ Familiarity in industry standard packaging engineering software and hardware including Artios CAD, CAPE Pack, and Kongsberg.
+ Familiarity with Adobe Creative suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
+ Familiarity with industry certifications and standards.
+ Ability to take initiative and work on multiple projects under deadlines and business schedules.
+ Analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strategic and creative mindset focused on achieving sustainability objectives whilst protecting and showcasing products.
+ Effective organization, communication, and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and external partners.
+ Passion for packaging and sustainability with a deep commitment to reducing environmental impact through responsible sourcing practices.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Science, or a related field.
This position is only available on-site in Kissimmee, Florida and will be in-office 4 days a week, Monday through Thursday, with flexibility on Fridays
Job ID: 10103929
Location: Kissimmee,Florida
Job Posting Company: Disney Experiences
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Source : The Walt Disney Company
