Packaging Engineer II
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Packaging Engineer II
Location
Indianapolis, IN
Experience
Mid
Posted
Jul 30, 2026
Apply by
August 29, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS
Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.
Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!
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
Job Description:
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:
Required:• 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 ati+ask4max@service-now.com.
Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain part packaging process routings and design new packaging.
- Revise existing packaging and maintain revision records and cost information.
- Develop packaging material specifications and create purchase order releases.
- Assist in developing packaging inventory and replenishment programs.
- Perform testing on packages according to ISTA requirements and conduct material testing.
- Provide technical support for warehouse, distribution, and supplier packaging development.
- Conduct studies to reduce labor and material expenses and evaluate employee suggestions.
- Assist with system issues related to packaging processes and logistics systems.
- Create and update Kit Books and visual aids for data collection and documentation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably packaging
- mechanical or industrial) or supply chain
Skills Required
Packaging engineering standardsISTA testingMicrosoft Office suitePackaging designPackaging material specificationsLogistics supportAnalytical and problem-solving capabilityCommunication skillsDocumentation skillsCollaborationTeamworkAbility to manage multiple prioritiesSAPSupplier developmentPackaging quality experienceCost analysisContinuous improvement
Benefits
- Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
- Employer HSA contribution
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Critical Illness insurance
- Hospital Indemnity insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- 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
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