Together We Saves Lives by Innovation!  

The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems!  We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets.  We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide.  Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Our team is passionate about the automotive industry, dedicated to delivering quality and innovation for the future. We support lifelong learning and offer resources that help our team members establish a strong, solid foundation. We aim to promote from within, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Our talented team is hardworking and dedicated to keeping people safe. We foster a collaborative, open culture; as a global business, we encourage our team members to communicate and collaborate with colleagues worldwide. As our operations continue to grow, we are always seeking top talent to join our winning team.

Position: Regional Packaging Superintendent or Manager Jr position.

Base: MTY JTC

Travel 70% availability to work remotely at AME locations, currently MX plant locations

On site 30% at JTC

• Process review, improvement, and standardization
• Fleet calculation restoration
• Packaging Design
•  Strong technical documentation skills to write specifications and trial reports.
• RFQ approval process
• Company, OEM Packaging compliance
• Support plant packaging Engineers
• Packaging cost reduction projects
• Premium freight and avoidance of PF, OT and other additional cost associated with packaging engineering.
• Supplier management
• Proficiency in Excel for data analysis, and ideally ERP systems like SAP.

Core Technical Expertise

• Packaging Design & Software: Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, ArtiosCAD) for 2D/3D structural design and TOPS or CAPE for pallet optimization.
• Material Science: Deep understanding of the properties and applications of plastics, paperboard, glass, and metals, as well as emerging sustainable alternatives like bioplastics.
• Testing & Compliance: Knowledge of industry-standard testing protocols from ISTA and ASTM for distribution and durability, alongside regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, MDR, ISO 11607).
• Sustainability & LCA: Ability to conduct Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) to quantify environmental impacts and ensure compliance with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws. 

Managerial & Leadership Skills

• Team Development: Experience in hiring, mentoring junior engineers, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and accountability.
• Project & Budget Management: Leading CAPEX projects, managing annual operating plans, and overseeing project timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Effectively partnering with R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to align packaging with branding and production goals.
• Vendor Management: Evaluating and managing supplier relationships, auditing for quality, and negotiating contracts for materials and equipment. 

Educational & Certification Requirements:

• Degree: Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in packaging development or manufacturing
• English is a must

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Joyson Safety Systems does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need JSS immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, OPT, etc.) now or in the future. 

“Joyson Safety Systems manages its recruitment processes internally. We do not accept resumes or profiles submitted by external agencies or headhunters that do not have an approved service agreement through the Joyson Safety Systems Purchasing department.

Any resumes sent to any employee of our organization without an approved contract will be treated as public information and will be considered free of charge. We will not recognize any fees or assume any financial responsibility arising from the hiring of candidates whose profiles have been submitted to Joyson.”