Mechanical Engineer

TOPPAN Packaging Americas specializes in designing and manufacturing sustainable, high-performance flexible and thermoformed packaging solutions for the food, beverage, medical and consumer goods industries. We offer products like transparent high barrier films, pouches, clamshells and trays, utilizing advanced technology to enhance product safety, visibility and environmental sustainability.

TOPPAN Packaging Americas operates as part of the global TOPPAN group, with 22 manufacturing facilities across North America, Latin America and Europe.

Want to learn more? Visit us at packaging.toppan.com

Summary Description

While reporting directly to the department manager, the following job description outlines the essential functions of this role within the Machinery department. The following list is not exhaustive, and the employee is expected to assume any and all duties assigned by management irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in the following.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and optimize heat sealing machinery – new and existing
• Oversee the fabrication and part sourcing of machines throughout the build
• Create a majority of all 3D models, assemblies, and drawings of machinery and components
• Troubleshooting – machine assembly issues, customer issues (could be over the phone), part deficiencies, etc.
• Design, select, and/or approve new and substitute components
• Quote standard and custom machines
• Interact and discuss with customers about new machine purchases and options
• Create BOMs, complete cost/margin analysis, and proficiently navigate current ERP/vault software.
• Support Sales, Marketing, and Parts & Service for any necessary machine information and promotions
• Regularly interact with production, other engineers, and the CNC shop in a positive manner
• Complete all tasks in a safety-conscious manner
  
  

This position is located at our DeKalb, IL Facility.

We’d Love To Hear From You If

• 4-year Bachelor (or Masters) degree in related Engineering field
• Material science knowledge
• GD&T knowledge
• Proficiency in Solidworks and AutoCAD
• Proficiency in pneumatics, hydraulics preferred as well
• Electrical/controls knowledge and experience preferred
• Great communication and people skills
• Motivated individual with some leadership qualities
• Safety focus
  
  

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support our employees’ overall wellbeing. This includes competitive pay, robust benefits, and programs that help you thrive both personally and professionally. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary based on your work location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. We also provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.