Engineering - Packaging Engineer

Job Title: Engineering - Packaging Engineer Duration: 6 Months Pay rate: $48.61/hr. on W2 without benefits Hybrid: work from Roswell T, W (required), then M, TH, from home. 30 hours/week - may increase if needed Shift hours: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM ET Ideal candidate will have that has a background in corrugated box design and has advanced skills in Artios Cad. If they have worked for International Paper, Westrock, or Pratt, this is a bonus. Description: An exciting opportunity has opened up to join KCPs North America Packaging Team as a Packaging Engineer I. This is a pivotal role which touches every product KCP take to market, working with your customers in category / platform management, you will be responsible for supporting the packaging development for new and existing products. Responsibilities: To deliver innovative, cost effective packaging solutions to the KCP business which minimize cost, add value to the customer and show strong progress on sustainability for KC and our stakeholders. To understand and strive continually to improve the capability of existing KCP packaging and packaging equipment to better meet customer and end-user requirements To recommend and support packaging development programs that reduce distribution cost or damage, or provide competitive advantage To establish and maintain relationships with packaging suppliers to maintain an up to date knowledge of packaging and packaging equipment developments. To understand and communicate the impact and relevant detail of North American legislation Assist with and coordinate packaging testing in accordance with ISTA and ASTM test methods Technical Knowledge: Advanced experience in Cad and corrugated box design Ability to conceptualize test/experiments to generate relevant data Knowledge of and experience with industry standard test procedures for packaging materials and packages. Understand correlation of final art to package design Awareness of applicable packaging laws and regulations General understanding of material supplier's manufacturing process Knowledge of KC and customer distribution requirements. Knowledge of industry trends and procedures related to packaging materials and technologies. Qualifications: A Bachelor Degree in Packaging Science, Industrial Design or related discipline; 3 years of related experience are desirable. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, prioritize and support projects on a self-directed basis. Demonstrated ability to perform in a team-oriented environment is essential. Expert level with TOPS palletization software required.