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ABF Freight System, Inc Senior Packaging Engineer in Detroit, Michigan
General Description of Duties:
Provide and direct packaging consulting service for ABF Freight customers. Design specifications, performance testing, distribution of packing/material, and handling solutions for product damages experienced in route. Enhance shipper/carrier relationship through specialized customer service, and provide internal operational support by making the freight we haul more compatible with our system requirements.
Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Monitor and identify high claims cost accounts, and determine means of minimizing damage, maximizing handling efficiency and remaining sensitive to cost implications
Direct, advise, and instruct terminal personnel and shippers on the best methods of packaging and material handling
Research, prepare and provide pertinent account profile data in relation to damage claims history and trends
Assist Claim Prevention Managers in cost containment by working with individual accounts to reduce overall claims cost
Travel to terminals and customers' manufacturing locations to assist in packaging/material handling development
Discuss damage problems with personnel and customers and develop needed corrective action plan for problem resolution
Make needed recommendations with CAD/CAM diagrams, charts, or written documentation and continue to monitor progress of the account and implemented changes
Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment
Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals
Other duties, as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Packaging Engineering, required
Experience in manufacturing, warehousing, and transport processes, preferred
Knowledge of material sciences and design and costing capability
Knowledge of Bill of Lading Contract, NMFC, CFR 49, UN Packaging standards
Ability to derive suggestions and recommendations that will allow for successful integration of specific commodities into our system
Interpersonal and motivational skills
Available to travel, as needed
Must be detail oriented and enjoy a fast paced, multi-tasking, customer service minded environment
Must have excellent verbal and written communications and organizational skills
Must display sense of urgency, ability to work under pressure, with attention to detail
Questions about this position? Email us at careers@abf.com!
If you require accommodation in the application process, please contact abfhr@abf.com or call us at (479) 785-8717. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vet/Disability.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vet/Disability
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