Packaging Engineer II

Allison Transmission; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Choice of medical plans withprescr p

Employer HSA contribution

Dental & Vision Insurance Paid Parenta

Short & Long-Term Disability

Other voluntary benefits including: 1

401K with generous Company match &con

Accrued Paid Time Off 12 Paid Holidays

Floating Holiday

Tuition assistance program

Job summary

Allison Transmission is seeking a Packaging Engineer to develop and maintain packaging processes for parts, design new packaging, and provide cost-conscious solutions that meet ISTA testing requirements.

You will collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams, maintain documentation, and support system and data needs while focusing on reducing labor and material costs and improving packaging performance.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (packaging/mechanical/industrial) or supply chain.
• Familiarity with packaging engineering standards and ISTA testing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Preferred: SAP supplier development or packaging quality experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain part packaging process routings.
• Develop and maintain packaging material specifications.
• Assist in developing packaging inventory and replenishment programs.
• Coordinate packaging engineering laboratory testing per ISTA.
• Provide system, data, and visual support for packaging.
• Support cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain revision records and packaging cost information.

Skills

ISTA standards

Packaging methodologies

Strong communication

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Multitasking

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits

Benefits: The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
• Employer HSA contribution
• Dental & Vision Insurance Paid Parental Leave Short & Long-Term Disability Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
• 401K with generous Company match & contribution
• Accrued Paid Time Off 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday Robust employee wellness program Tuition assistance program

Key Responsibilities

Packaging Process Development & Maintenance

Develop and maintain part packaging process routings. Design new part packaging. Revise existing packaging as required. Maintain revision records. Develop and maintain packaging cost information. Provide engineering packaging data for Allison Divisions and the Department of Defense.

Packaging Material Specifications & Inventory Support

Develop and maintain packaging material specifications. Create packaging material purchase order releases. Assist in developing packaging inventory and replenishment programs.

Packaging Engineering Laboratory Coordination

Develop and perform testing on packages according to ISTA requirements. Conduct packaging material testing as required. Perform testing for divisional needs as required. Provide Warehouse & Distribution Project Support Assist with technical, system, in-house logistics, and packaging quality issues. Assist with supplier packaging development. Actively pursue cost savings & continuous improvements Conduct studies to reduce divisional labor and material expenses. Evaluate employee suggestions regarding new packaging method improvements. Evaluate packaging concerns from employees, suppliers, and customers. Maintain revision records and packaging cost information.

System & Technical Support

Assist with system issues related to packaging processes, material specifications, and logistics systems.

Data, Documentation & Visual Support

Assist with data collection and recording. Create and update Kit Books and visual aids.

Key Performance Measures

• Kit book accuracy and timeliness
• Packaging Routing Accuracy
• Cost savings due to packaging optimization

Competencies and Behaviors

Required: Adhering to the highest standards in what we do. We succeed through integrity, trust, and quality as we drive for results. Drive a positive customer experience. We deliver better outcomes when we understand our customers’ needs and execute appropriately. Improve the way the world works. We develop better solutions through innovation and a continuous desire to improve. Leveraging the power of teamwork. We develop better solutions by working together toward a common goal. Analytical and problem‑solving capability.

• Knowledge of ISTA standards and packaging methodologies.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate with suppliers and cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and technical tasks.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably packaging, mechanical or industrial) or supply chain is required. Familiarity with packaging engineering standards and ISTA testing. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

• Preferred: Proficiency with SAP Supplier development or packaging quality experience.
• Exposure to cost analysis or continuous improvement.

Experience

• Experience designing, testing, or maintaining packaging solutions.
• Experience with packaging materials or specifications.
• Experience supporting logistics or warehouse operations.
• Experience preparing documentation and visual work aids.

Scope Factors

• Provides packaging engineering expertise across production, warehousing, distribution, and supplier networks.
• Responsible for designing, validating, and maintaining packaging standards with direct impact on product protection, cost, and logistics efficiency.
• Collaborates with suppliers, engineering teams, divisional groups, and distribution operations.
• Decisions influence cost savings, packaging compliance, testing protocols, and material specifications across the organization.
• Supports divisional initiatives and represents Packaging Engineering in crossfunctional product and improvement teams.

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [e-mail].

Allison Transmission is the world’s largest manufacturer of commercial-duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems. Our products are specified by more than 300 of the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers and are used in a range of market sectors—from bus, refuse and emergency to construction, distribution and defense. Allison was founded in 1915 in Indianapolis, Indiana, where the company’s global headquarters is still located. We have approximately 1,400 dealer and distributor locations, employ more than 2,700 people around the world and our international presence spans more than 80 countries.