As a Sr. Packaging Engineer you will be responsible for and the subject matter expert in evaluating our current/new packaging solutions to ensure our packaging is durable, cost effective and aligns with our sustainability goals. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Process Development & Design Engineering and requires onsite work at our North American Manufacturing Headquarters located in Apple Valley, MN. What will you do? • Provide packaging solutions for both existing and new products which are either purchased or produced on a range of sophisticated automation equipment and complex robotics applications. • Enhancement of existing packaging materials/processes in support of Operational priorities of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, & Continuous Improvement • Development of new packaging materials/processes in support of Organizational priorities including Sustainability, Innovation, & Business Growth • Test, analyze. and select materials for packaging based on durability, cost, effectiveness, and sustainability of materials to reduce environmental footprint while also ensuring packaging complies with all regulatory requirements. This shall be accomplished by taking into consideration product protection and resistance to external variables such as corrosive chemicals, temperature variations, light, heat and rough handling. This information shall be used to create packaging requirements for both purchased & produced products. • Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure seamless integration of packaging solutions. Knowledgeable of LEAN principles and their application to packaging equipment development and design. • Lead medium sized teams (<10 people) or projects (<$300k in budget/impact) to develop and qualify new packaging materials/processes, solve problems and support Continuous Improvement. • Considered a Subject Matter Expert within their department for product packaging. • Prioritizes daily activities and aligns actions to support overall function and business strategy. • Models our Uponor values and behaviors and demonstrates peer leadership to engage diverse audiences through effective collaboration and influence. • In conjunction with leadership, provides input on individual performance objectives that are aligned with the functional and business strategy. • Identify safety issues within packaging processes and collaborate with Safety, Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, Manufacturing, and Training to resolve concerns. • Determines materials & operations required to produce products by developing and implementing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions that ensure safety, quality, cost-effectiveness and efficiency requirements are met. • Define & execute formal testing procedures for evaluation & qualification of packaging materials and processes • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on packaging objectives and integrate packaging solutions into product launches and supply chain processes. May support prototype line development in manufacturing facilities. • Review, recommend, and implement changes to existing packaging and processes while focusing on the Operational Priorities. of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, & Continuous Improvement. • Work with external packaging suppliers on modifications to existing packaging materials to improve performance within our manufacturing process. • May work with external suppliers of purchased finished goods to enhance their packaging materials/processes to improve quality or meet new requirements. • Review, recommend, and implement changes to existing packaging and processes while focusing on the Operational Priorities. of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, & Continuous Improvement. • Work with external packaging suppliers on modifications to existing packaging materials to improve performance within our manufacturing process. • May work with external suppliers of purchased finished goods to enhance their packaging materials/processes to improve quality or meet new requirements. What will you need? Education, Experience and Knowledge: • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Packaging, Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, etc.) required • 5 years of experience in designing/qualifying packaging in a manufacturing environment required, 7 years preferred • Experience with Solidworks and EPDM • Experience with complex automation equipment and knowledge of machining/fabrication processes • Experience working cross-functionally with Manufacturing & Controls Engineering to integrate solutions and solve complex engineering problems • Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles a plus What will you get? • Best-in-class health benefits (medical, dental, vision) • 160 hours paid time off (combination of PTO and Employee Safe and Sick Time accruals- MN Based Employees) • For more information: https://www.uponorcareers.com/en-us/employee-benefits Disclaimers Applicable to US job postings only (not Canada): The expected compensation range for this position is $88,298-$132,447/year. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. Internal equity among current employees will also be considered. Please note that this range represents the full base salary wage for the role and hiring at or near the top of the range is uncommon to ensure room for future pay advancement. Uponor is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-JD1 “Uponor is the Official Plumbing, Infrastructure and Building Solutions Partner of the Minnesota Twins” Please submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button. We’re GF, the global leader in Flow Solutions, solving some of the world’s most urgent challenges from ensuring access to clean water, supporting safe industrial processes and building critical infrastructure to enabling efficient buildings. We provide solutions that make an impact for millions of people. That’s what we call the Plus Effect, and it starts with you. We need people who bring exceptional performance, curiosity and a readiness to challenge the status quo. In return, you’ll thrive in collaborative teams that push each other to grow through the impact you create for customers, communities and society. Shape the future of Flow Solutions and your own. Do you have problems applying for a job? Please feel free to reach out: [email protected]

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