Jacob Gutierrez Email & Phone Number

Philadelphia, Pa, Us

San Francisco Bay Area

As a Logistics Packaging Engineer Intern at Zoox, I contributed to lineside and service packaging development projects, utilizing materials such as corrugated cardboard, rigid plastics, flexible films, polyester fabric mesh, and electrostatic discharge (ESD) foams and films. These efforts helped streamline the logistics supply chain by making process improvements to manufacturing stations, enhancing ergonomic efficiency, and resulting in cost reductions in materials, transportation, and labor.Key Accomplishments:• Executed five automotive and electronics-related packaging design projects involving rapid prototyping, testing, and implementation for Robotaxi components, driving process efficiency and cost savings.• Developed a protective packaging solution for the Robotaxi fascia, managing design iterations across two external suppliers to enhance part protection and handling efficiency, achieving a 50% improvement in fascia replacement efficiency.• Increased packaging quality, performance, and cost optimization (QPC) for 15+ electronic parts by improving space utilization and leveraging 3DEXPERIENCE and PackAssistant to design and prototype solutions.• Conducted detailed packaging data analyses, documenting supplier data and performing density studies for over 50 parts to streamline logistics and maintain quality standards.• Optimized lineside packaging for six manufacturing stations and 30 compute suite components, specifying rack configurations, tote dimensions, and tray counts to improve production efficiency.• Managed supplier relationships, overseeing iterative design processes to enhance packaging durability and reduce costs.Technical Skills/Software Proficiency:3DEXPERIENCEPackAssistant

Arlington, Virginia, United States

As a Technical Packaging Co-op at Nestlé USA, I supported the Bakery Sweets and New Business Ventures (NBV) divisions, contributing to a broad spectrum of initiatives. My role focused on packaging innovation/renovation, ensuring supply, process optimization, and sustainability improvements for iconic brands such as Nestlé Toll House, Outshine, Libby’s, and Coffee-mate. Collaborating across these two dynamic business areas, I played a key role in developing and implementing packaging solutions that aligned with business objectives, enhanced product quality, improved operational efficiency, and supported Nestlé’s sustainability goals.Key Accomplishments:• Successfully transitioned Outshine Smoothie Cubes (OSC) retail-sized non-recyclable pouches to recyclable mono-material PE film, eliminating 6 metric tons of non-recyclable plastic annually.• Developed a corrugated bulk-sized, display-ready case for 24oz recyclable plastic pouches of OSC, enabling portfolio expansion to club stores like Costco and BJ’s.• Led 6 manufacturing feasibility trials across new and existing co-man facilities to implement recyclable films for multiple food products, managing trial teams and troubleshooting packaging equipment.• Quickly gained proficiency in distribution testing methods within just a few days, to successfully validate durability and performance for a Nestle Toll House Morsel (NTHM) packaging innovation.• Led research and development for a NTHM SKU to implement a sustainable BOPP lay-down pouch with a H2R tile, collaborating with an international supplier to deliver a timely and cost-effective pkg solution supporting sustainability goals.• Developed 20+ specifications for primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging systems, integrating them into SAP to improve processes, enhance transparency, and support the onboarding of a new production factory into the business.Technical Skills/Software Proficiency:CapePackArtiosCADISTA 3E/3FASTM D4169Pack-Vac Leak Detector

Gainesville, Florida, United States

• Performed routine inspections for rental homes, checking efficiency of machines and evaluating types of insulation.• Calculated Home Energy Score (HES) based on city standards and onsite observations/measurements.• Worked collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors, and homeowners to ensure positive and effective inspections.• Accomplished multiple housing projects in conjunction with the City of Gainesville to develop rental housing operations.

Gainesville, Florida, United States

Center for Undergraduate Research - University of Florida• Student Researcher developing scientific research project for Research Symposium and paper for the Undergraduate Research Journal.• Received the Emerging Scholars Program Research Stipend ($1000).

Gainesville, Florida, United States

Project Title: Evaluation of Various Tropical Feedstock for Biochar• Ongoing independent research project analyzing, pH, thermal stability, nutrient value, and absorptive ability of various Biochar.• Experienced in pyrolysis burning technique and rinsing process to create Biochar.• Gained familiarity with analyzing chemical properties of organic compounds and collected data using a spectrophotometer.• Developed skills in professional presentation for K.K. Barnes Research Competition and ASABE International Meeting

• Participated in discussions with the Emerging Leadership Council (ELC) and packaging industry professionals to discuss the flexible packaging industry, sustainability, packaging current events, and career options. • Gained exposure to different packaging industries by attending talks with professionals in the industry and engaging in meaningful conversations.

Daytona Beach, Florida, United States

• Developed effective collaboration and leadership skills while training new employees and ensuring tasks were performed efficiently and correctly.• Increased sales exponentially by analyzing current systems of productivity to develop more efficient ways of performing daily operations. • Gained experience in on-the-job problem solving by providing solutions and troubleshooting when important machinery was ineffective. • Received highest productivity and most upsell awards.

Bachelor'S Degree, Biological Engineering - Packaging Engineering, 3.80 - Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Packaging Club, Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE), Undergraduate Research, Florida.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

Activities and Societies: Science National Honor Society, Asian Student Association, Student Government Association, Music Honor Society.