PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for the specification, quality and testing of packaging for Decorative Accessories, Functional Accessories, Table Top items, Food Products, and Bake/Cookware products. Supports Textile and other Soft-Line products. Developing reporting tools to track DC operation costs associated to package integrity

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

§  Develop and maintain general and specific packaging specifications that meet transportation and optimal distribution flow requirements for all Decorative Accessories, Functional Accessories, Table Top items, Food Products, Bake/Cookware products, Soft-lines and Textiles Products.

§  Support the development and implementation of package-testing standards in our two in house   package testing labs where testing is based on method of transportation and distribution environment.

§  Review package test reports for compliance, taking corrective action as necessary.

§  Research, designate, and approve packaging suppliers worldwide.

§  Analyze damage reports on products and take appropriate corrective actions to eliminate future    problems.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

§  Bachelors Degree preferably in packaging or technically related field.

§  Minimum 5 years protective packaging experience. Extensive experience in dealing with soft-line/hard-line goods and furniture packaging, ISTA-3A packaging experience required

§  Project Management experience essential.

§  Quality Management experience preferred.

§  Process Management experience preferred.

§  Excellent verbal and written communication skills

§  Proficiency in computer applications such as MS Office and Visio. AutoCAD and/or Inventor preferred, WMS knowledge, Access and Crystal knowledge a plus

ABOUT THE JOB

§  Based in Tennessee, minimal travel expected.

§  Will consider some relocation assistance on a case-by-case basis for non-local candidates.

§  We are not considering candidates who need any type of visa sponsorship or transferring to work in the U.S. (e.g., H1-B)

§  Due to the high volume of responses, only candidates deemed highly qualified will be contacted.

§  Please include salary expectation with your resume.