Sr Engineer Packaging Systems

Job Location: 19 East – Hershey PA, Hybrid

Pay Level: 1A

This position will be posted internally until the close of business on 05/13/25.

 

Summary:

Reporting to the Sr Mgr. Engineering, Packaging Systems based in Hershey, PA and working at the Tech Center, Manufacturing Locations, and Remote, the Senior Packaging Systems Engineer with Minimal Direction Leads the development, execution, and implementation of medium complexity projects requiring functional & industry expertise, functional knowledge, & advocacy while leveraging business relationships to deliver business results.  A successful candidate is expected to Strong capability to demonstrate and apply technical knowledge and expertise.  Ability to develop and share technical expertise within functional area and cross functionally within the organization.   Strong problem-solving skills & ability to think critically.  Strong capability to communicate complex or technical subject matter written and verbally to different audiences at all levels of the organization.  Strong capability to influence customers and leverage networks to provide solutions.

 

Scope of Responsibility:

This position utilizes all aspects of conceptual Packaging Systems Engineering design, cost estimation techniques, system and project proposal development, supplier evaluations, equipment and system installation and start up, and successful transition of the system to the plant operations and maintenance staff.

 

This role will interact and partner with:

• Technical and professional employees within Global R&D and Tech Center Operations
• Plant Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Quality Assurance
• Other Corporate Engineering functions (Project Management, Electrical, Packaging, Civil, Utilities)
• Quality and Regulatory Compliance
• Procurement
• Marketing
• Operations Business Development
• Manufacturing Alliances
• External Vendors

 

 

Travel Requirements:

Ability to travel up to 50%

 

 

Summary of major duties:

Capital Project Development and Execution:

• Provide technical analyses, develop alternatives (cost estimates, feasibility, specifications, and interpretation of requirements) and prepare recommendations.
• Design and provide the optimal packaging solution for a given project. These solutions will include packaging and control support for all phases of the capital projects including development of system concepts, design, cost estimating, system installation, check-out, commissioning, training, and successful transition of deliverables, including system operation manuals, maintenance documents, and technical knowledge to the plant staff as defined in Hershey’s Project Management process.
• Demonstrate a willingness to identify process and manufacturing alternatives that meet new business requirements or establish functional excellence. Evaluate and participate in cross-functional processes to diagnose root cause issues and provide options for resolution.
• Evaluate and participate in cross-functional processes in order to diagnose root cause issues and provide options for resolution.
• Ensures all packaging systems project implementation activities are in full compliance with all corporate capital control policies and procedures. 

 

 

Collaboration and Networking:

• Network and build relationships with external equipment manufacturers and suppliers to identify/develop new technologies to help grow the Hershey Company’s technical capabilities.
• Provides packaging systems technical development, schedule, and budgeting recommendations