PACKAGING ENGINEER INTERN
Kalamazoo, MI
Summary:
The Packaging Engineer Intern will support and collaborate with global manufacturing in executing project plans directly related to packaging. This includes new product introductions, new market launches, supplier changes, manufacturing line support and package development. The Packaging Engineer Intern will collaborate with the Global Artwork Center in reviewing and creating structures for printed packaging components. The purpose of the role is to assist the Packaging Technology team to ensure product supply to our customers.
Responsibilities:
- This position will work with the Packaging Engineers to support the local manufacturing sites in developing new structures as well as implementing structural changes and improvements for primary and secondary components.
- Support the Packaging Engineers on the qualification of new packaging components.
- Participate in the execution of packaging line trials.
- Coordinate third party package testing.
- Support the Packaging Engineers with product transfers and product launches.
- Assist the Packaging Engineers with regulatory filings.
- Partner with site Quality to troubleshoot packaging defects and work with vendors to resolve issues.
- Partner with site Procurement on package component cost savings initiatives.
- Support site Operations on continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform other requests as assigned by the Packaging Engineers.
Knowledge, Skills, Ability Requirements:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Packaging
- Project management capabilities
- Lean manufacturing skills
- Regulated, cGMP environments
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency in English
- Packaging development related to: glass, plastics, delivery systems, sterilized components
- The ability to work both independently and in team settings is required
- Enrolled in a degree program during the Spring term preceding internship
- Completion of at least one year of undergraduate studies and a 3.0 GPA or higher
- At least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the U.S.
- Successfully pass a background check and drug screen.
- Must be physically residing in the U.S for the entirety of the internship.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, problem solving & analytical skills
The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position:
If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $16.00 per hour
If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $20.00 per hour
If the selected candidate is a student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $32.50 per hour
If the selected candidate is a student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $36.00 per hour
The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position if a selected candidate were to be in California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Illinois (Chicago area), Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington (Seattle area):
Student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $17.00 per hour
Student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $22.00 per hour
Student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $36.40 per hour
Student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $40.30 per hour
About Zoetis
At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Connected to our purpose and Core Beliefs, at Zoetis, we lead with inclusion. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) focus helps create an environment where each colleague can thrive. Our commitment to DE&I begins with our leadership team of diverse backgrounds, experiences and ethnicities, and it is demonstrated in our support of our colleagues and the animal health industry. We have nine colleague resources groups whose members spread awareness, foster inclusivity and make a positive impact on our business and communities.
Our commitment to advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has earned us recognitions as a 2024 Catalyst Award recipient and a Top 50 Company for Workplace Fairness by Fair360 (formerly DiversityInc). Zoetis has also been named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality, a Best Company for Working Parents, a Top Company for Executive Women, among many others. Learn more here.
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