Packaging Engineer

Ryder System, Inc.

Packaging Engineer with data analytics experience needed for Ryder's Supply Chain Solutions division in Novi, MI. Focus on cost reduction and flexible packaging solutions in logistics and supply chain.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeNovi • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $50,000 - $54,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Tableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify key supplies in an effort to utilize returnable containers for maximum safety, storage, protection and shipping
Create cost reductions as a result of choosing packaging that is flexible and will accommodate multiple products; and create packaging guidelines in conjunction with industry standards, best practices and customer requirements
Consult with purchasing and manufacturing departments and determine costs and feasibility of proposed packaging
Create cost justification presentations to review with customer
Develop sketches, specifications, samples and written analyses of proposed packaging in order to present design for approval
Analyze engineering drawings and product specifications to determine part characteristics to ensure proper development of protective packaging taking safety and special handling into consideration
Maintain returnable container master by supplier
Train and educate customers (internal and external) on program
Ensure packaging can be utilized throughout all processes of the operation
Identify key suppliers to utilize returnable containers to maximize safety, storage, protection and shipping
Right size required product and research alternative container methods; Maximize material handling efficiency
Consult with purchasing and manufacturing departments to determine costs and feasibility of proposed packaging
Assist with implementing reusable containers
Provide guidance to purchasing on the supplier cost of the container versus corrugated, wood, etc

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering
One (1) year experience in Packaging Engineering, required
One (1) year experience working in a team environment, required
Able to read and understand the regulations of the customer, AIAG and OSHA standards
Mathematics, oral and written communication skills; presentation skills; the ability to sell the vision
Ability to create and maintain professional relationships with all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast paced environment
Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized with excellent time management skills
Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices
Knowledge of CAD, Access, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint, Visio, Tableau; advanced level.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
401 (K) Savings Plan with a company match
Discounted employee stock purchase options
Quality employee discounts that actually save you money on tools, cars, appliances, travel and more
All major holidays paid and Paid time off within your first year
Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

Packaging EngineeringCost reduction analysisEngineering drawing analysisPackaging designMaterial handling efficiencyReusable container implementationPackaging guidelines developmentSafety complianceProduct specification analysisCost justification

Soft Skills

Oral communicationWritten communicationPresentation skillsTeam collaborationRelationship buildingFlexibilitySelf-drivenMulti-taskingOrganizational skillsDetail oriented