Job Description

Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Role Objective

Packaging solution creation, perform tests, and implementation that are functional, cost-effective, safe, and sustainable.

Key Responsibilities

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Create packaging solution for products or parts, providing detailed guidance and specifications to suppliers Following procedures in approving all packaging for a specific product line. Monitoring and evaluating quality and effectiveness of existing packaging, addressing issues caused by transportation damage Lead complex NPI/NSI Projects (1000+ Parts, heavy parts more than 1000 Kg) Packaging spec sheet review upon receipt considering facility requirement and signoff with supplier Create Outbound packaging solution and signoff with internal and external customer Outbound packaging solution implementation in collaboration with cross functional team Understands all different cost elements that need to be considered for packaging solution. Documents cost correctly in PVT. Able to run packaging cost analysis on complex supply chain scenarios multiple suppliers, receiving facilities. Able to run loop size analysis on complex supply chain scenarios (multiple supplier / multiple facilities) Identify and implement packaging cost saving projects Customer Management: NPI Project status to SCM/Purchase Manager and above level Packaging Quality issue resolution: Identify RCCA, Supplier follow up and implementation of improved solution.

Required Skill and Qualification

Bachelor's degree in engineering field or equivalent experience desired 3+ years of experience in packaging Strong knowledge of packaging technology, materials and design principles with knowledge of testing methods, regulations and standards for packaging. Familiarity with production equipment and manufacturing processes. Understanding of sustainability and environmental issues related to packaging. Strong creativity skills for developing unique packaging solutions using current trends Understanding of regulatory requirements related to packaging materials and design. Ability to work collaboratively or individually. Resolves complex customer complaints or problems Understanding and valuing the perspectives of team members to foster a positive and inclusive work environment Paying close attention to understand team members' ideas, concerns, and feedback to ensure smooth collaboration Skillfully managing disagreements within a team to ensure conflicts are resolved constructively The ability to analyze challenges, weigh potential solutions, and select the most effective approach with the least risk Assessing situations from multiple perspectives, anticipating issues, and devising proactive solutions Evaluating a situation, considering various options, and planning resources to make the best decision. Effectively managing projects and deadlines by organizing tasks and prioritizing effectively


This is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of th

Posting Dates:

September 5, 2025 - September 13, 2025
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply


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