Packaging Engineer Co-Op

Sargento Foods•Elkhart Lake, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role provides technical support for a variety of packaging challenges while supporting all aspects of Sargento business units and manufacturing operations. The co-op will also support and lead the delivery of productivity, quality improvements, innovation, and sustainability. The position involves executing experiments in the development of packaging using established laboratory/pilot plant procedures, parallel pathing several technical solutions, and implementing the best to meet project goals and appropriate timing. The co-op may be exposed to commercialization of new products/packaging and gain technical knowledge to make quick and sound decisions while taking appropriate risks. They may also provide continuous improvement initiatives and regular production support to improve COGS and provide economic analysis. Additionally, the co-op may be involved in developing packaging specifications and designing/developing primary and secondary packaging components.

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in packaging engineering with junior status
Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and vehicle required.
Proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Must exhibit effective communication skills to communicate on a technical and non-technical level to other departments, outside vendors, and customers.
Has ability to apply and broaden knowledge of polymer and corrugate packaging use within the food and consumer products industry.

Nice To Haves

There is no mass/public transit system to/from corporate housing location to company locations.

Responsibilities

Executes experiments in the development of packaging using established laboratory/pilot plant procedures.
Parallel path several technical solutions and implement the best to meet project goals and appropriate timing without compromising project execution.
Accomplish objectives on assignments which have ambiguity associated with their procedures, solutions, approach, etc.
May be exposed to commercialization of new products/packaging and if the opportunity presents itself, will gain technical knowledge required to make quick and sound decisions while taking appropriate risks to solve project challenges.
May be asked to provide continuous improvement initiatives and regular production support to continue improvement of COGS and provide a solid economic analysis for each initiative.
May be exposed to developing packaging specifications for existing and new materials that include performance, finished goods, and pallet specifications.
Develops strong relationships and communicates effectively to manage projects with Product Development, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Suppliers, Quality, R&D, and Logistics.
Will have an opportunity to demonstrate broad range of packaging materials knowledge as it relates to food packaging.
Will have an opportunity to design and develop primary and secondary packaging components, with minimal guidance, that meet consumer, Brand, customer, and manufacturing objectives.
May have an opportunity to provide innovative solutions to complex problems associated with package design/engineering and manufacturing challenges.

Benefits

Lead and own real and relevant projects aligned with business objectives
Gain valuable skills and experiences to be prepared for entry level opportunities
Mentorship and career development to learn and grow personally and professionally
Volunteer in community service activities
Social professional networking experiences
Flexible work week onsite Mondays through Thursdays and optional remote Fridays; plus, half day Fridays
Nationally competitive compensation
Paid relocation and housing
5 unpaid days off for interns and 10 unpaid days off for co-ops
401(k) employer contribution top 1% in the nation
Discounts at the company cheese store and local attractions/events