Packaging/Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing/Packaging Engineer

About Dometic:

Dometic is a global market leader in branded solutions for Mobile Living. Our mission is to create smart, sustainable, and reliable products with outstanding design for an outdoor and mobile lifestyle. Millions of people around the world buy and use Dometic products. They’re campers, outdoor people, RV users, boat owners, truck drivers. And all part of a growing movement – a longing for freedom and adventure, a desire to explore the world and to stay away for shorter or extended periods of time. We call it mobile living.

To be successful in this role, you will need to understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change, We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

About the Position:

We are seeking an engineer experienced in both manufacturing processes and packaging development. The ideal candidate will design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures to support daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality in our awning production area. Additionally, support will be provided to multiple manufacturing locations within the Land Vehicle Americas segment to execute packaging projects from concept through commercialization for the products being produced in our factories. These packaging projects will focus on finished good shipments from our factories to our customers. This position reports to Director, Operations Footprint Planning and is located in Elkhart, Indiana.

General responsibilities:

• Participate as a member of the manufacturing team to support engineering activities in both production and pre-production projects for manufacturing and packaging related topics.
• Continuously search for and evaluate cost savings ideas through a variety of means, including lean manufacturing techniques and appropriate capital spending.
• Performs complex work measurement studies and line balancing activities for both new product introduction as well as for current products to support factory personnel planning.
• Develop and implement manufacturing and packaging related process improvements to drive improved productivity and product quality.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes and equipment problems as well as new and existing packaging problems.
• Oversee testing for packaging components including line tests, trials, ship tests, and other forms of analysis to validate packaging improvement ideas.
• Serve as packaging specialist on cross-functional project teams providing input and working toward technical timelines.
• Generate and modify manufacturing process and packaging documentation.
• Work with cross functional teams to transfer new products efficiently and effectively into manufacturing.
• Investigates various options and develops layout proposals for new and current processes to optimize manufacturing efficiency.
• Provide direct technical support in problem solving production and packaging issues to prevent re-occurrence (part & assembled product quality dispositions, interim containment actions, root cause analysis, validation, & implementation).
• Maintain positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, contractors, and vendors.
• May offer technical assistance to technicians as needed.
• Perform other related duties

Requirements and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
• Minimum 3 years experience in an assembly manufacturing environment with experience in packaging development.
• Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite, SolidWorks, AutoCAD or equivalent
• AS400 and D365 knowledge a plus.

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Must be a positive and self-confident team member who has excellent communication skills in both oral and written formats.
• Must possess excellent listening skills with a proven ability to solve problems.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information in an easily understood format.
• Time and project management skills with the ability to organize, manage, and prioritize multiple projects while maintaining high attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Self-motivated, self-directed, goal oriented, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

What we offer:

We offer interesting roles in a dynamic, fast paced, and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401 (k) with company match
• PTO
• Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

At Dometic Corporation, our Core Values aren't just words on paper – they're the heartbeat of our culture. Join us and experience a workplace where every action reflects our commitment to living out these values:

Together We Build Our Future

We Play to Win

We Embrace Change

We Walk the Talk