Magna
automotive
SeniorPackagingEngineer
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“Senior Packaging Engineer at Magna. Skills: packaging engineering, packaging strategies, packaging standards, packaging systems, continuous improvement, technological advancement. Develop and implement global packaging standards and best practices.. Lead cross-functional packaging initiatives to support manufacturing, logistics, and sustainability goals.”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure packaging solutions align with operational efficiency, environmental goals, and customer satisfaction.; enhance automation readiness, support Factory of the Future (FoF) initiatives, and improve cost, quality, and operational efficiency.; eliminate waste and improve flow.; maximize reuse opportunities in alignment with global standards and cost efficiency targets.; improve sourcing strategies; influence part design for optimal packaging.; enhance material flow, reduce waste, improve operational efficiency, and reduce quality defects.
Industry & Context.
analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed., Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office and/or manufacturing environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer, may require local, domestic, and international travel.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field., Proactive self‑starter, taking initiative to identify opportunities, solve problems, and drive tasks to completion with minimal supervision., analytical and problem-solving skills., Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., Global mindset with experience working in multicultural environments., Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed., Minimum 10 years in Packaging Engineering or a related role, preferably in high volume production environment, class A surfaces, and returnable packaging systems.
Nice to Have
Experience supporting Factory of the Future (FoF), automation initiatives, or Industry 4. 0 technologies is highly preferred., Experience with ergonomics, line-side presentation, and PFEP development is beneficial.
What You'll Do.
Develop and implement global packaging standards and best practices.
Lead cross-functional packaging initiatives to support manufacturing
and sustainability goals.
Evaluate industry trends and emerging packaging technologies
identifying and implementing best‑in‑class solutions that enhance automation readiness
support Factory of the Future (FoF) initiatives
and operational efficiency.
Participate in value stream mapping (VSM) initiatives to eliminate waste and improve flow.
Oversee division level QCA and CERF submissions to validate fleet sizing models
confirm packaging design compliance
and maximize reuse opportunities in alignment with global standards and cost efficiency targets.
Develop and deploy a standardized packaging database and supporting processes to track reusable assets
and enable efficient redistribution across Magna Exteriors divisions.
Collaborate with Purchasing to improve sourcing strategies and leverage preferred suppliers.
Provide technical guidance and training to internal teams and stakeholders.
Support divisional teams during the product design phase to influence part design for optimal packaging.
Develop packaging concepts and solutions for new product launches.
Support program timing milestones with packaging validations and approvals in accordance with PDP deliverables.
Establish packaging standards for new manufacturing processes.
Develop packaging cost estimates for program budgets.
Provide on‑site support at divisions to identify
and implement packaging‑related continuous improvement (CI) opportunities that enhance material flow
improve operational efficiency
and reduce quality defects.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Lead cross-functional packaging initiatives; Collaborate with Purchasing; Provide technical guidance and training to internal teams and stakeholders; Support divisional teams during the product design phase
Communication Scope
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Process & Methodology
project execution, cross-functional leadership
Full Job Description
**Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.** ## **What we offer:** At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. ## ## ## **Group Summary:** The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world. **Job Responsibilities:** **POSITION SUMMARY:** The Senior Packaging Engineer leads the development and execution of innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective packaging strategies across the organization. This role supports global manufacturing operations, ensuring packaging solutions align with operational efficiency, environmental goals, and customer satisfaction. The manager will drive standardization, continuous improvement, and technological advancement in packaging systems across all product categories, including WIP, finished goods, service parts, and returnable/expendable containers. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Develop and implement global packaging standards and best practices. * Lead cross-functional packaging initiatives to support manufacturing, logistics, and sustainability goals. * Evaluate industry trends and emerging packaging technologie
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