At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people´s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and inspire each other. Join and feel the differences.

 Customer Packaging Development & Alignment

• Define and manage packaging concepts for new launches based on customer standards, logistics agreements, and production volumes.
• Request and coordinate packaging design in accordance with customer/supplier guidelines and established packaging standards.
• Ensure full compliance with customer-specific packaging formats and portal requirements.
• Lead packaging cost planning and manage project budgets for new launches and engineering changes.
• Serve as technical interface between customer, supplier, and internal teams regarding packaging development.

End-to-End Packaging Loop Visibility & Governance

• Define packaging concepts considering returnable vs. disposable strategy.
• Monitor packaging loops (supplier, internal, and customer owned assets) ensuring proper quantity sizing and coverage.
• Track packaging performance indicators: cycle time, loss rate, damage rate, coverage days, and asset utilization.
• Support traceability and documentation control for packaging material across NAFTA operations.
• Contribute to risk mitigation in packaging shortages or over-stock situations.

 Supplier Packaging Optimization (Returnable vs. Disposable)

• Evaluate and justify packaging concepts based on total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Drive transition of NAFTA suppliers toward returnable packaging solutions.
• Support supplier technical reviews and packaging trials.
• Analyze cost reduction opportunities through density optimization, material reduction, and standardization.
• Validate packaging proposals against logistics flow, warehouse handling, and manufacturing constraints.

Repacking Standardization & Process Productivity

• Develop and maintain standardized repacking instructions prior to material release to production lines.
• Generate and control packaging documentation (PDSs, repacking instructions, customer formats).
• Support warehouse and manufacturing teams in Kaizen initiatives focused on:
  • Ergonomics improvement
  • Material flow efficiency
  • Repacking cycle time reduction
  • Space optimization
• Eliminate variability in repacking activities through visual standards and process governance.

Quality Assurance & Packaging Validation

• Carry out or coordinate packaging validation tests (drop test, vibration, stacking, transit simulation).
• Ensure packaging protects product quality throughout transportation and internal handling.
• Investigate packaging-related quality claims and implement corrective actions.
• Document and standardize packaging specifications to prevent recurrence of quality deviations.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of relevant experience
• Advanced proficiency in English and Spanish (written and spoken)
• Basic to intermediate computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Intermediate knowledge of SAP/ERP systems (e.g., BOM creation, scheduling agreements, purchasing documents)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration across cross-functional teams
• Ability to work in a manufacturing/assembly environment as required, including standing and walking for up to 2 hours continuously, repetitive bending, twisting, grasping, and lifting up to 45 lbs (≈20 kg)

Competencies

• Teamwork & collaboration
• Results orientation
• Presentation & communication skills

Bosch is constantly expanding its international presence, since for us cultural diversity represents one of our greatest strengths. We are continuously promoting the growth of our more than 17,000 associates, who develop their full potential in one of the highest quality companies in technology. We value the balance between personal and work life as one of the main tools to improve the creativity and productivity of our associates.