Global Strategic Packaging Program Lead

GE Aerospace; Evendale (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company-m匹

Job summary

GE Aerospace in the United States seeks a Program Manager for Strategic Packaging to lead the global packaging transformation. You will define roadmaps, govern cross-functional initiatives, ensure compliant packaging designs, and optimize materials, costs, and recyclability across regions.

The role requires 5+ years in program management, packaging design/validation experience, and strong stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical/Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in program/project management or transformation roles.
• Experience with packaging design and validation in manufacturing or distribution.
• Familiarity with packaging regulatory requirements (EU packaging/PPWR, EPR schemes, US state regulations).
• Proficiency with MS Project/Smartsheet; data analytics (Excel, SQL/BI).

Responsibilities

• Lead the global Strategic Packaging Program from scope to governance.
• Define scope, roadmap, milestones, dependencies, and governance.
• Coordinate design, validation, and rollout of packaging changes across manufacturing, MRO, spares distribution, and logistics.
• Drive continuous improvement in packaging: material reduction, cube/freight optimization, recyclable content, cost reduction.
• Track KPIs and report to senior leadership; support external reporting as required.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering / Mechanical/Industrial Engineering / Materials Science / Supply Chain or related field

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Excel

SQL/BI

Job description

GE Aerospace in the United States seeks a Program Manager for Strategic Packaging to lead the global packaging transformation. You will define roadmaps, govern cross-functional initiatives, ensure compliant packaging designs, and optimize materials, costs, and recyclability across regions.

The role requires 5+ years in program management, packaging design/validation experience, and strong stakeholder communication.