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Expand Your Skills Across the Full Lifecycle of Diverse Brands & Processes

Jumpstart your career with a growing, global industry leader, ripe with challenges and opportunity.

If you have packaging engineering experience -- or even if you've recently graduated from a packaging engineering degree program -- this position offers you the opportunity to make an impact in an important role. You will enjoy wide visibility as you work with multiple plants and departments, from R&D to Manufacturing, Marketing and Sales, following products from development through product launch and market penetration. You will be tasked with ensuring we have the best design, processes and procedures in place to deliver quality products that are in demand and profitable. Along the way, you will enjoy: Boral is an international building products and construction materials group with three strong divisions: the high-performing, well-positioned materials business of Boral Australia; the fast-growing USG Boral interior linings joint venture in Asia, Australia and the Middle East; and Boral North America, a scaled and growing building products and fly ash business. FY2017 marked the fifth year of a transformational journey for Boral, which culminated in the US$2.6 billion acquisition of Headwaters Incorporated in the USA. We are positioning Boral to continue to transform, by building a transformative culture to capture growth opportunities, innovate, anticipate and respond to a changing world.

Pictured: Boral has created an entirely new category of products with Boral TruExterior® Siding & Trim, offering phenomenal performance, remarkable workability, and a lasting look in any environment.

The Requirements

To be a strong fit for the Packaging / Product Engineer opportunity, you will have:
  • A bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Plastics Engineering, or a related field
  • 1-2+ years of packaging, product design and development experience in a manufacturing environment; plastics manufacturing is highly preferred, and we'll consider co-op or internship experience included
  • Basic understanding and ability in 2D and 3D CAD software design tools
  • Knowledge of drafting and specification standards to create production-ready documentation is a strong plus
  • Strong computer skills including proficiency in MS Office Suite and experience with manufacturing and/or ERP software, SAP preferred
  • Lean knowledge and experience (5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma) is preferred
  • Demonstrated ability in process improvement, metric development, and problem-solving
  • Clear and concise business and technical writing ability
  • A valid driver's license and insurable driving record
In addition, success will require the following core competencies and characteristics:
  • Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with customers, managers and all levels of employees
  • Skill providing clear direction and explaining technically complicated information in layman’s terms
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
  • Commitment to keep information confidential (confidentiality agreement required)
  • Excellent organization and prioritization skills; attention to detail while also maintaining a big picture view
  • Analytical, strategic thinking skills
  • A strong work ethic
  • Disposition to adapt easily to changing conditions, requirements, and environments
  • Self-directed, independent worker
In addition, you must be able to travel up to 30%. Travel will be to plants primarily in the Eastern U.S. (Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, North Carolina, etc.), construction sites and client locations. This is project-based work so travel can last one or two nights (most often) or stretch to a couple of weeks at a time. You will typically be able to plan travel. You will need schedule flexibility, however, as projects can require work outside of standard 8-5 business hours. 

 

Note: While engineering team members work in a comfortable suite of offices in Metamora, when you visit the plants, you may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. On occasion, you could be exposed to a variety of extreme conditions when visiting construction sites. The noise level can be loud. 

Pictured above: Nothing provides warmth like a personal touch, and Atlantic Custom Cut Out Shutters reflect homeowners' unique tastes. Atlantic offers both standard and custom cut-out options to help enhance homes with inviting charm and a singular, beautiful look.

The Role

Reporting to the Engineering Product Manager, as Packaging / Product Engineer you will be responsible for developing new products, continually improving current products, and developing new and innovative product and manufacturing methods. You will work cross-functionally with all of our Light Building Products brands and an array of products and manufacturing processes, ensuring from cradle to grave we're manufacturing the right products, leveraging the best processes, taking a lean approach and ultimately delivering innovative products that our customers want and need.

In performing your role, you will:
  1. Routinely visit plants to provide support, evaluate plant operations, and provide requested assistance. You’ll begin by supporting 8 plants, primarily in the Eastern U.S., but you could expand into additional plants and wider products (for example, our roofing and stone divisions) over time.
  2. Evaluate equipment and operations for potential safety and health hazards. Work with plants to eliminate hazards.
  3. Write technical and business documents, reports, presentations, and correspondence
Specific, duties will include:
  • Supporting sales, marketing, and the manufacturing team in new product development and design
  • Designing and modifying part designs using computer technology
  • Designing parts meeting customer specifications
  • Developing specifications and obtain quotations for tooling and other equipment as needed for projects
  • Sourcing and selecting auxiliary materials and packaging as needed for projects Quick question for you - click here
  • Interacting with customers as needed for quality issue resolution
  • Providing engineering support including:
    • Measurement and analysis of production process parameters (energy use, scrap rate, operation efficiency, etc.)
    • Participate with Kaizen teams for continuous improvement
  • Designing and selecting equipment systems, packaging systems/materials, and materials for new products and continuous improvement
  • Following product from development through post-launch validation; testing to ASTM standards
  • Maintaining records for projects, programs, designs, systems and materials
  • Contributing to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
  • Other responsibilities as needed and assigned
Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Pictured Boral's family of brands delivers what our competitors can't -- solutions for building exteriors, designed to provide everything you need to produce a beautiful finished look. Our beautiful, long-lasting, technically advanced products for residential and commercial construction provide contractors and builders with products they can stake their reputations on.

More Good Reasons

Strategic and tactical impact
As you can see, this position will afford you many opportunities to make a difference. In addition to more strategic efforts, like process improvements, you will keep your hands-on skills sharp by working directly plant personnel and a wide variety of other stakeholders.

Autonomy and support
We'll look to you to "own" your projects and responsibilities. At the same time, your manager will be a resource and support is always available, should you need it. In addition, you'll develop relationships and and  a network with other professionals across Boral.

Work/life balance
We want people to work reasonable hours and we believe that is achievable with the right structure and efficiencies. While this isn't a 40 hour/week role, extra hours aren't extensive and you'll have a good deal of influence on the number of hours you will need to work to meet project demands.

Our people are our most valuable resource
If you're looking for a place where you can make a home, be challenged and grow your career, you've found it! We run collaborative teams, respect individual and team contributions and we know people enjoy working here, as demonstrated by employee longevity.

Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including a range of insurances, PTO, and a 401(k) with company match and more.

Pictured: Recreating the look and character of traditional clapboard or beveled lap siding, Boral TruExterior® Siding's Bevel Profile offers the true taper and shadow line effect historically seen with cedar and redwood siding, without the moisture-related issues that commonly plague wood.

Keys to Success

This role has been created through internal growth and expansion demands. Boral is creating new facilities and products, and you'll be a large part of that, helping to bring new and bigger opportunities to the team. To fit the department and company culture, you'll be a curious self-starter driven to deliver quality. You'll be a strong communicator, both up and down the chain, who is both an influencer and learner. Having a background in plastics will be a strong advantage, but even with that background, you'll find there's a great deal to learn. In performing your tasks, you be able to calmly and efficiently balance multiple priorities, advancing many and neglecting none.

About Us

Boral is an international building and construction materials group headquartered in Sydney, Australia. With some A$4.3 billion worth of sales, Boral had 8,334 full-time equivalent employees working across over 550 operating sites as at 30 June 2016.

Boral produces and distributes a broad range of construction materials, including quarry products, cement, fly ash, pre-mix concrete and asphalt; and building products, including clay bricks and pavers, clay and concrete roof tiles, concrete masonry products, timber, plasterboard, and lightweight trim and siding. Boral primarily serves customers in the building and construction industries with operations concentrated in three key geographical markets - Australia, the USA and Asia.

Construction Materials

Boral North America has national fly ash and concrete block businesses and a Denver construction materials business. The fly ash business processes and distributes coal combustion products nationally in the USA, including operations at electrical utility plants, fly ash terminals, and sales offices. With cementitious properties, fly ash is used as a cement substitute in the construction industry.

The concrete block business manufactures products in Texas and Louisiana for commercial and residential construction. Boral has a number three market position in the Denver concrete market with five operating concrete batching plants and three sand and gravel deposits.

Building Products

Boral North America has a leading portfolio of building products manufacturing and distribution operations across USA and Canada. Boral has market leading positions in manufactured stone veneer for residential and commercial cladding markets, with manufacturing and distribution across the USA.

Boral has a full high-end roofing offering, including concrete and clay roof tiles, composite polymer roofing products and stone coated metal roofing.

The Light Building Products business comprises Boral TruExterior® Siding and Trim, which is based on Boral's patented fly ash and polymer composite technologies, as well as PVC or vinyl trim and siding products, including shutters, decking and railing. The Windows business manufactures vinyl trim windows for the new residential construction market.

Meridian Brick

Formed in November 2016, Meridian Brick is a 50:50 joint venture between Boral Bricks and Forterra Brick, two of North America's most respected brickmaking organizations. Meridian Brick serves construction organizations and suppliers throughout the USA and Canada with a comprehensive portfolio of brick and masonry solutions for commercial and residential structures.

Expand Your Skills Across the Full Lifecycle of Diverse Brands & Processes

Jumpstart your career with a growing, global industry leader, ripe with challenges and opportunity.

If you have packaging engineering experience -- or even if you've recently graduated from a packaging engineering degree program -- this position offers you the opportunity to make an impact in an important role. You will enjoy wide visibility as you work with multiple plants and departments, from R&D to Manufacturing, Marketing and Sales, following products from development through product launch and market penetration. You will be tasked with ensuring we have the best design, processes and procedures in place to deliver quality products that are in demand and profitable. Along the way, you will enjoy: Boral is an international building products and construction materials group with three strong divisions: the high-performing, well-positioned materials business of Boral Australia; the fast-growing USG Boral interior linings joint venture in Asia, Australia and the Middle East; and Boral North America, a scaled and growing building products and fly ash business. FY2017 marked the fifth year of a transformational journey for Boral, which culminated in the US$2.6 billion acquisition of Headwaters Incorporated in the USA. We are positioning Boral to continue to transform, by building a transformative culture to capture growth opportunities, innovate, anticipate and respond to a changing world.

Pictured: Boral has created an entirely new category of products with Boral TruExterior® Siding & Trim, offering phenomenal performance, remarkable workability, and a lasting look in any environment.

The Requirements

To be a strong fit for the Packaging / Product Engineer opportunity, you will have:
  • A bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Plastics Engineering, or a related field
  • 1-2+ years of packaging, product design and development experience in a manufacturing environment; plastics manufacturing is highly preferred, and we'll consider co-op or internship experience included
  • Basic understanding and ability in 2D and 3D CAD software design tools
  • Knowledge of drafting and specification standards to create production-ready documentation is a strong plus
  • Strong computer skills including proficiency in MS Office Suite and experience with manufacturing and/or ERP software, SAP preferred
  • Lean knowledge and experience (5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma) is preferred
  • Demonstrated ability in process improvement, metric development, and problem-solving
  • Clear and concise business and technical writing ability
  • A valid driver's license and insurable driving record
In addition, success will require the following core competencies and characteristics:
  • Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with customers, managers and all levels of employees
  • Skill providing clear direction and explaining technically complicated information in layman’s terms
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
  • Commitment to keep information confidential (confidentiality agreement required)
  • Excellent organization and prioritization skills; attention to detail while also maintaining a big picture view
  • Analytical, strategic thinking skills
  • A strong work ethic
  • Disposition to adapt easily to changing conditions, requirements, and environments
  • Self-directed, independent worker
In addition, you must be able to travel up to 30%. Travel will be to plants primarily in the Eastern U.S. (Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, North Carolina, etc.), construction sites and client locations. This is project-based work so travel can last one or two nights (most often) or stretch to a couple of weeks at a time. You will typically be able to plan travel. You will need schedule flexibility, however, as projects can require work outside of standard 8-5 business hours. 

 

Note: While engineering team members work in a comfortable suite of offices in Metamora, when you visit the plants, you may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. On occasion, you could be exposed to a variety of extreme conditions when visiting construction sites. The noise level can be loud. 

Pictured above: Nothing provides warmth like a personal touch, and Atlantic Custom Cut Out Shutters reflect homeowners' unique tastes. Atlantic offers both standard and custom cut-out options to help enhance homes with inviting charm and a singular, beautiful look.

The Role

Reporting to the Engineering Product Manager, as Packaging / Product Engineer you will be responsible for developing new products, continually improving current products, and developing new and innovative product and manufacturing methods. You will work cross-functionally with all of our Light Building Products brands and an array of products and manufacturing processes, ensuring from cradle to grave we're manufacturing the right products, leveraging the best processes, taking a lean approach and ultimately delivering innovative products that our customers want and need.

In performing your role, you will:
  1. Routinely visit plants to provide support, evaluate plant operations, and provide requested assistance. You’ll begin by supporting 8 plants, primarily in the Eastern U.S., but you could expand into additional plants and wider products (for example, our roofing and stone divisions) over time.
  2. Evaluate equipment and operations for potential safety and health hazards. Work with plants to eliminate hazards.
  3. Write technical and business documents, reports, presentations, and correspondence
Specific, duties will include:
  • Supporting sales, marketing, and the manufacturing team in new product development and design
  • Designing and modifying part designs using computer technology
  • Designing parts meeting customer specifications
  • Developing specifications and obtain quotations for tooling and other equipment as needed for projects
  • Sourcing and selecting auxiliary materials and packaging as needed for projects Quick question for you - click here
  • Interacting with customers as needed for quality issue resolution
  • Providing engineering support including:
    • Measurement and analysis of production process parameters (energy use, scrap rate, operation efficiency, etc.)
    • Participate with Kaizen teams for continuous improvement
  • Designing and selecting equipment systems, packaging systems/materials, and materials for new products and continuous improvement
  • Following product from development through post-launch validation; testing to ASTM standards
  • Maintaining records for projects, programs, designs, systems and materials
  • Contributing to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
  • Other responsibilities as needed and assigned
Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Pictured Boral's family of brands delivers what our competitors can't -- solutions for building exteriors, designed to provide everything you need to produce a beautiful finished look. Our beautiful, long-lasting, technically advanced products for residential and commercial construction provide contractors and builders with products they can stake their reputations on.

More Good Reasons

Strategic and tactical impact
As you can see, this position will afford you many opportunities to make a difference. In addition to more strategic efforts, like process improvements, you will keep your hands-on skills sharp by working directly plant personnel and a wide variety of other stakeholders.

Autonomy and support
We'll look to you to "own" your projects and responsibilities. At the same time, your manager will be a resource and support is always available, should you need it. In addition, you'll develop relationships and and  a network with other professionals across Boral.

Work/life balance
We want people to work reasonable hours and we believe that is achievable with the right structure and efficiencies. While this isn't a 40 hour/week role, extra hours aren't extensive and you'll have a good deal of influence on the number of hours you will need to work to meet project demands.

Our people are our most valuable resource
If you're looking for a place where you can make a home, be challenged and grow your career, you've found it! We run collaborative teams, respect individual and team contributions and we know people enjoy working here, as demonstrated by employee longevity.

Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including a range of insurances, PTO, and a 401(k) with company match and more.

Pictured: Recreating the look and character of traditional clapboard or beveled lap siding, Boral TruExterior® Siding's Bevel Profile offers the true taper and shadow line effect historically seen with cedar and redwood siding, without the moisture-related issues that commonly plague wood.

Keys to Success

This role has been created through internal growth and expansion demands. Boral is creating new facilities and products, and you'll be a large part of that, helping to bring new and bigger opportunities to the team. To fit the department and company culture, you'll be a curious self-starter driven to deliver quality. You'll be a strong communicator, both up and down the chain, who is both an influencer and learner. Having a background in plastics will be a strong advantage, but even with that background, you'll find there's a great deal to learn. In performing your tasks, you be able to calmly and efficiently balance multiple priorities, advancing many and neglecting none.

About Us

Boral is an international building and construction materials group headquartered in Sydney, Australia. With some A$4.3 billion worth of sales, Boral had 8,334 full-time equivalent employees working across over 550 operating sites as at 30 June 2016.

Boral produces and distributes a broad range of construction materials, including quarry products, cement, fly ash, pre-mix concrete and asphalt; and building products, including clay bricks and pavers, clay and concrete roof tiles, concrete masonry products, timber, plasterboard, and lightweight trim and siding. Boral primarily serves customers in the building and construction industries with operations concentrated in three key geographical markets - Australia, the USA and Asia.

Construction Materials

Boral North America has national fly ash and concrete block businesses and a Denver construction materials business. The fly ash business processes and distributes coal combustion products nationally in the USA, including operations at electrical utility plants, fly ash terminals, and sales offices. With cementitious properties, fly ash is used as a cement substitute in the construction industry.

The concrete block business manufactures products in Texas and Louisiana for commercial and residential construction. Boral has a number three market position in the Denver concrete market with five operating concrete batching plants and three sand and gravel deposits.

Building Products

Boral North America has a leading portfolio of building products manufacturing and distribution operations across USA and Canada. Boral has market leading positions in manufactured stone veneer for residential and commercial cladding markets, with manufacturing and distribution across the USA.

Boral has a full high-end roofing offering, including concrete and clay roof tiles, composite polymer roofing products and stone coated metal roofing.

The Light Building Products business comprises Boral TruExterior® Siding and Trim, which is based on Boral's patented fly ash and polymer composite technologies, as well as PVC or vinyl trim and siding products, including shutters, decking and railing. The Windows business manufactures vinyl trim windows for the new residential construction market.

Meridian Brick

Formed in November 2016, Meridian Brick is a 50:50 joint venture between Boral Bricks and Forterra Brick, two of North America's most respected brickmaking organizations. Meridian Brick serves construction organizations and suppliers throughout the USA and Canada with a comprehensive portfolio of brick and masonry solutions for commercial and residential structures.
Boral Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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