Technical Specialist I

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
Job Description:
Summary
Design of new packaging solutions (e.g., trays, tubes, etc.)
Optimization of existing packaging solutions and processes
Initiation and execution of packaging-related OMP and VAVE projects
Provide packaging support to other departments (Manufacturing, Purchasing, Logistics, EHS, etc.)
Improve packaging quality and ensure responsibility for packaging performance
Work on environmental packaging initiatives (e.g., weight reduction aligned with ISO *)
Drive packaging standardization
Order components and create/manage shipping documents for new project
Your main tasks
Develop and optimize manual and automated packaging concepts based on TE standards
Manage packaging projects end-to-end (from design phase to production implementation)
Coordinate technical alignment with: Customers, Product Engineering, Logistics, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Packaging suppliers
Support supplier selection in collaboration with Purchasing
Prepare: Packaging project analyses, Work instructions, Cost calculations, Technical specifications
Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives related to packaging and logistics processes
Provide technical support to Purchasing for cost optimization activities
Drive and support EMEA packaging standardization at the local site
Support packaging-related activities in Manufacturing and Warehouse
Participate in or lead international packaging project teams
Order components and create/manage shipping documents for new projects
Quality, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities
Investigate packaging-related customer complaints and define corrective actions with Quality Assurance
Assess and document environmental impact of packaging according to: EN *and TE procedure EHS_P_10
Ensure compliance with: Environmental requirements; Safety standards; Ergonomic considerations
Support Supplier Quality Development for packaging suppliers
Your ideal background
Bachelor's degree (minimum) in a technical field (Engineering or Operations Management preferred)
Minimum of 3 years in a manufacturing or production environment
Experience in supply chain or materials is a plus
Fluency in English written and spoken
Strong communication and digital tool skills (eg. MS Office)
Autonomous, creative, and team-oriented mindset
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ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future.
As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.
WHAT TE CONNECTIVITY OFFERS:
We are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priority
Collaborative and friendly work environment
Extensive training and career growth opportunities
Employee referral bonus
Other location-dependent benefits
Job Locations:
Posting City: EVORA
Job Country: Portugal
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Requisition ID: **
Workplace Type: Onsite
External Careers Page: Engineering & Technology
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