Job Description
Job Description
Opening Summary:
Franke’s Wood Products is a family-owned and operated manufacturer and distributor of high-quality wood pallets, crates, and other industrial wood packaging solutions. We are seeking a full-time Industrial Packaging Engineer to join our Ohio-based operations team. This role will focus on the design, analysis, and continuous improvement of wood-based transport packaging solutions—including pallets, crates, and custom skids—for a diverse range of industrial clients The Industrial Packaging Engineer is a salaried position with benefits-(shown below) and will start at $80,000 - $110,000 based on experience with the possibility of a yearly bonus based on performance. This is a first shift position (8:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.) M-F with the possibility of it becoming a "hybrid" position.
Must be authorized to work in the USA.
Industrial Packaging Engineer's Benefits and Advancement Opportunities:
- PTO
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance including an HSA with company contribution.
- 401k retirement plan with company match
Qualifications/Requirements for the Industrial Packaging Engineer:
- Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent work experience)
- 3+ years of experience designing wood-based packaging for industrial or heavy-duty transport applications.
- Proficient in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks for design and drafting.
- Experience with industrial packaging in manufacturing sectors common to Ohio, such as automotive, aerospace, or steel.
- Knowledge of wood properties, structural loading, and mechanical fasteners used in packaging.
- Working knowledge of ERP systems for BOM management or work order generation.
- Ability to work hands-on with shop floor personnel and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Position Summary: This role will focus on the design, analysis, and continuous improvement of wood-based transport packaging solutions—including pallets, crates, and custom skids—for a diverse range of industrial clients. The successful candidate will support design standardization, compliance, and production integration, with a strong focus on structural performance and cost-efficiency.
Industrial Packaging Engineer's Core Responsibilities: (Included, but not limited to)
- Engineer structural packaging solutions using wood materials for various load and handling requirements.
- Develop and maintain CAD drawings, specifications, and BOMs using industry-standard software.
- Ability and experience reducing CAD complexity for seamless transition from design to production
- Experience working with production for First Article Inspections of new designs and QA
- Conduct load analysis and packaging stress testing (theoretical or physical) to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
- Collaborate closely with production teams in Ohio and regional customers to develop and implement packaging designs.
- Lead or support packaging evaluations, trials, and customer presentations as required.
- Travel to local and regional customer sites or vendors for packaging audits, design validation, and field support (approx. 10–20%).
Company Overview: For nearly 60 years, Franke’s Wood Products has built a reputation of excellence based on dependable service and long-term customer satisfaction. Serving a diverse range of industries across Ohio and the surrounding states, we pride ourselves on delivering reliable, durable, and sustainable packaging. With a commitment to innovation, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, we are a growing company with a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, fostering a close-knit and supportive work environment.
Compensation details: 80000-110000 Yearly Salary
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