Allison Transmission
Packaging & Supply Chain Systems Specialist
Indianapolis, IN
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 21 days ago
SAPSupply ChainLogisticsCommunicationMicrosoft Office
About the role
- For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
- 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.
- Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!
Responsibilities
- Design Solutions: Develop and revise part packaging specifications utilizing both returnable and expendable container systems.
- Maintain Standards: Manage packaging documentation, master revision databases, and technical data for internal divisions and government entities.
- Optimize Logistics: Drive packaging optimization to maximize transportation efficiency, container utilization, ergonomics, and material protection.
- Collaborate Globally: Partner with suppliers and cross-functional teams to guide supplier packaging development and ensure operational compliance.
- Validate Designs: Coordinate and conduct rigorous packaging material testing and validation procedures to ensure component protection.
- Manage Systems: Support operational reporting tools, packaging management systems, and asset visibility initiatives.
- Adhering to the highest standards in what we do. We succeed through integrity, trust, and quality as we drive for results.
- 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.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with suppliers and cross‑functional teams.
Requirements
- Knowledge of packaging concepts and material handling processes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Knowledge of ISTA standards and packaging methodologies.
- Experience designing, testing, or maintaining packaging solutions.
- Experience with packaging materials specifications and part preservation.
- Experience supporting manufacturing, supply chain, or warehouse operations.
- Required:
- Preferred:
Nice to have
- Experience in Power Apps.
- Experience in AutoCAD.
- Proficiency with SAP/ SAP Ariba.
- Experience in operational tracking systems (RFID), reporting tools, or process visibility initiatives.
- Supplier development or packaging quality experience.
- Cost analysis or continuous improvement skills.
Skills
- Percentage of accuracy and up-to-date compliance of the packaging specification database and asset tracking records.
Compensation
- Cost savings: Total annual dollar savings achieved through packaging optimization, material substitution, and freight reduction.
- Asset loss reduction: Annual percentage reduction in missing or unreturned returnable containers and racking assets.
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
- Accrued Paid Time Off
- 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
- Robust employee wellness program
- Tuition assistance program
Company info
- Investigate and resolve packaging concerns raised by internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and customers.
- Evaluate Feedback: Investigate and resolve packaging concerns raised by internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and customers.
- Drive a positive customer experience. We deliver better outcomes when we understand our customers' needs and execute appropriately.
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