Packaging Engineer

Packaging Engineer

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™.

This Packaging Engineer will support YETI’s global growth and supply chain diversification and expansion through the design and development of packaging for new markets, primarily in SE Asia. This individual will also support new product packaging development and sustaining packaging projects including cost savings, compliance, quality, operations, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Enable YETI’s global growth by leading end-to-end packaging development for APAC expansion countries.
• Enable global supply chain expansion by onboarding new factories and 3PLs to packaging standards, work instructions, and pack-out procedures.
• Support the identification, qualification, and onboarding of local packaging suppliers in partnership with Procurement.
• Optimize packaging designs and processes to reduce waste across the supply chain.

Cost Savings

• Identify, develop, and implement cost-saving opportunities within packaging processes, materials, and designs.
• Develop business cases for cost savings initiatives including ROI analysis; track and report cost savings metrics to senior leadership.
• Partner with Procurement to understand financial metrics and collaborate on a cost reduction roadmap to ensure cost targets are achieved maintaining uncompromised quality and durability.

Process and Reporting

• Develop and execute a global packaging playbook inclusive of templates, tools, and process necessary to activate swift new-market entry.
• Initiate and drive upstream and downstream packaging efficiencies alongside Quality, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Retail, Wholesale, and Customization partners.
• Develop and optimize packaging specifications and process documentation.
• Support global EPR reporting obligations through the development and maintenance of real-time packaging material and costing reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Lean Engineering or related degree with 2-4 years’ experience in a Packaging role.
• Knowledge of global packaging and labeling regulatory requirements, priority being the APAC region.
• Knowledge of packaging equipment, materials, automation, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with packaging testing methodology (i.e. ISTA & ASTM) and packaging software (CAD, TOPS, MaxLoad Pro, or similar).
• Familiarity with packaging suppliers and sourcing in the APAC region.
• Able to prioritize activities that have the biggest impact while effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Desire to work in a dynamic, fast pace, growing global brand.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across cultures and time zones.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Must be fluent in English. A strong preference will be given to candidates that are also fluent in Japanese, Korean, and/or Mandarin.