At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you’ll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you’ll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD™.
At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you’ll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you’ll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD™.
As the Associate Packaging Engineer, you will work with the team to design product packaging across multiple categories to ensure product integrity and appeal under varying shipping and display conditions. You will design, test, analyze, and select materials for packaging based on durability, functionality, sustainable attributes, manufacturability, and cost effectiveness. You will work collaboratively with various internal and external partners through all phases of develop-ment. In this role, you will be the conduit for all packaging communication between YETI and external partners. You will ensure our packaging supports our premium brand aesthetic throughout its full lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
• Develop deep understanding of strategic packages, products, and processes to support development of new packaging platforms, and contribute to troubleshooting and problem solving of current processes
• Identify and lead packaging sustainability initiatives in support of Corporate objectives
• Develop, maintain, and optimize packaging specifications and assembly instructions across assigned categories
• Lead multiple project types-new development, sustaining/maintenance, and optimization initiatives
• Provide visibility to project team of packaging development steps, timelines, risks, and contingency plans
• Fully support highly collaborative work environment with global touch points across all business areas (Innovation, Ops, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Finance, CEG)
• Initiate and drive packaging efficiency initiatives through interaction with key stakeholders within supplier and manufacturing networks
• Design, plan, and conduct pkg performance testing and trials while ensuring proper documentation of each activity
• Ensure on-time execution of projects with oversight from Packaging Leadership
• Ensure all package Quality expectations for finished goods are delivered
• Build strong relationships with external partners
• Provide technical support for field issue resolution
• Support and refine team best practices to ensure world class packaging development efforts
Qualifications and Attributes:
• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering
• At least 0-2 years’ experience in a Packaging Engineering role
• Knowledge of packaging materials & processes
• Knowledge of general material handling practices
• Understanding of package testing methodology
• Understanding of commercial printing processes and color control methodologies
• Exposure to technical root cause analysis
• Sound verbal and written communication skills
• Time management and prioritization skills
• Competency in TOPS and/or CAPE software
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Benefits & Perks:
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YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees. We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD. Find out more about our commitment to DE&I at yeti.com/esg.html.
All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
YETI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation in order to apply for a job, please contact us at accommodationrequest@yeti.com.