Klein Tools

Engineer

• Execute corporate packaging initiatives focused on cost reduction, operational enhancements, process improvements, and seasonal promotional packaging
• Oversee packaging commercialization for new product development and sustainability initiatives within assigned product categories
• Resolve conflicts and negotiate with suppliers on packaging-related issues
• Conduct engineering analyses to define packaging design requirements, assess material suitability, and evaluate process feasibility
• Develop and deliver detailed packaging project presentations to cross-functional leadership
• Lead assigned packaging projects from initiation through completion and conduct post-project evaluations
• Design, prototype, and validate retail packaging components, including clamshells, trapped blisters, folding cartons, injection-molded hang tags, printed polybags, and header cards
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, operations, and procurement to optimize packaging solutions
• Support promotional and point-of-purchase displays by coordinating packaging design with marketing and branding requirements
• Partner with domestic and international suppliers to develop and maintain packaging specifications
• Conduct competitive benchmarking for packaging trends and opportunities in performance, sustainability, and customer experience
• Implement cost-saving initiatives in packaging materials, processes, transportation, and storage
• Recommend workflow improvements to enhance packaging efficiency and scalability
• Lead resolution of packaging design, testing, and quality issues, including hands-on troubleshooting
• Prepare technical documentation, including packaging drawings, material specifications, handling/shipping instructions, and inspection criteria
• Draft and present technical reports summarizing analyses and findings
• Mentor and support junior packaging engineers

Senior Packaging Engineer