Transit Test Technician

Ensure shipper development and transit testing for saleable, promotional gifts, saleable sets, samples and other Value Sets assembled. Investigate new packaging concepts. Test performance of packaging materials especially in shock and vibration, looking at aesthetic and cushioning properties. Identify and maintain global Logistics Parameters on all Estee Lauder programs. Lead value analysis, cost reduction and qualtiy improvement projects. Interface with suppliers to develop specifications for master shippers and improve or resolve component related issues that meet corporate guidelines for quality, aesthetics, manufacturing ability, pallet optimization and cost objectives Manage the shipper development process from project launch to actual shipping; develop and adhere to timetables and interface/liason with other groups such as Packaging, NPS, and Supply Chain Identify, implement and maintain logistics parameters for all EL programs globally Manage the hazardous shipping classification for all developed shippers and comply with domestic and international shipping regulations Coordinate the request and delivery of the WIP and components from packaging, suppliers, and/or warehouse inventories needed to size shippers and complete transit testing Provide expertise and assistance to Production and Quality Assurance for optimum method of gift assembly for testing purposes and and actual production run, including sequences assembly instructions Technical evaluation of transit packages covering basic shock and vibration dynamics, shock transport and vibration environment hazards, test specification and equipment Interpret test results and modify package design accordingly. Perform real-time Value Analysis to reduce corrugate requirements when possible. Document and approve specifications for all newly developed shippers and transit packaging components; modify Packaging Outlines to accurately reflect all transit packaging used in a finished good Develop test plans for large seasons and update status regularly with GBSC, GSR,Packaging and Plannning Train new/existing employees in Manufacturing Engineering Functions. Qualifications University degree Min 12 mos related experience Busniess or Engineering degree preferred. Lifting up to 50 lbs. required. Exposure to dust and corrugate Job: Supply Chain - Corporate Primary Location: Americas-US-NY-Melville Job Type: Standard Schedule: Full-time Shift: 1st (Day) Shift Job Number: 227637 We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact [email protected].