Packaging Engineer

Career Area: Supply Chain and Logistics Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.   When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers and future work builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities.  We don’t just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live.  Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Our  Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)  is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence. As a Packaging Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and external partners to design, develop, and continuously improve packaging solutions for Aftermarket Parts.

This role is located in Morton, IL or Clayton, OH and does not offer relocation. This role is 1st shift, Monday – Friday. This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules This role requires up to 10% domestic travel.

Design, develop, and implement packaging solutions that protect aftermarket parts throughout storage, transportation, and distribution. Collaborate with suppliers, procurement teams, product groups, and cross-functional partners to deliver effective customer-ready packaging solutions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on packaging safety, quality, sustainability, and cost optimization. Provide onsite support to packaging and warehouse operations, troubleshooting packaging issues and identifying opportunities for operational improvement. Conduct audits of supplier packaging solutions to ensure compliance with packaging standards and specifications. Develop and implement corrective actions to address packaging nonconformances, quality concerns, and transportation-related damage. Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and corrective actions to suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders. Evaluate part characteristics, handling requirements, and distribution network data to determine optimal packaging methods and materials. Monitor packaging performance and investigate quality issues to improve product protection and customer satisfaction. Create, maintain, and continuously improve packaging standards, specifications, and best practices. Provide customer service and technical support for packaging-related questions and issues from internal and external stakeholders around the world. Review engineering drawings, part specifications, and technical documentation to determine packaging requirements and develop appropriate packaging solutions. Support supplier packaging quality efforts by ensuring parts are packaged, shipped, and delivered in accordance with established standards and customer expectations. What You Have (Basic Requirements): Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with