Our Product Development and Design team serves as a cornerstone of our business, overseeing the complete product lifecycle from initial concept and design to tooling and manufacturing, ensuring successful delivery to our customers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leverage industry experience and SolidWorks software to develop customized packaging solutions for clients.
• Interpret customer drawings, tool drawings and sketches.
• Complete costing processes for designs using MS Excel
• Prepare samples for testing.
• Create comprehensive, detailed project plans for efficient progress monitoring and resource optimization.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of design and packaging trends, software, (including SolidWorks), and industry standards.
• Understand design, packaging, and material trends to ensure compliance with industry standards in all projects.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation and file retention for each project.
• Represent the company in design and engineering meetings.
• Participate in 5S and Lean programs.
• Participate in ISO 9001 procedures relative to tasks being performed.

This position requires at least one year of SolidWorks experience. CSWA and CSWP certifications are preferred. Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, and PowerPoint is required. Advanced Excel skills required. Experience with Salesforce, DraftSight, and Auto Cad a plus. Additive Manufacturing experience with 3-D scanning and printing a plus.

The position requires strong problem-solving skills. Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent time management and organizational skills to ensure efficient workflow and on-time completion. Must demonstrate an elevated level of professionalism in meetings with potential and current clients, internal team members, and other stakeholders. Must be self-motivated, effective at working independently or in teams, and committed to meeting deadlines. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of business principles and possess a highly professional demeanor.

Company Overview:

Founded in Elkhart, Indiana in 1954, EFP is strategically located to serve the central United States with two of the largest EPS molding plants in the U.S. Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, the company also has locations in Decatur, Alabama, Nashville, Tennessee, and Evansville, Indiana. EFP can design, mold, fabricate and provide fulfillment capabilities, kitting, assembly, custom systems, and inventory management. Nashville is also home to the company's Temperature Solutions Center of Excellence.

For more than 30 years, EFP LLC has been owned by J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc., a privately held, diversified manufacturing company with operating subsidiaries throughout North America. In addition to expanded foam products, these companies produce commercial van bodies, step vans, funeral coaches, limousines, pick-up truck bed enclosures and tonneau covers, and precision machined components. The size and strength of the Poindexter companies provides EFP with the leadership and resources to stay on the leading edge in today's marketplace. Because of this, EFP can provide our customers with groundbreaking packaging and component solutions. For more information about our company, access EFP's web site at www.efpcorp.com.EFP offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. EFP's benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA, and a 401(k) Plan with company contributions.

Required Education: Certification

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