Packaging Engineering Intern, 2025 - 6-8 month co-op

J.M. Smucker • Orrville, OH

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About The Position

As a Packaging Intern at J.M. Smucker Company, you will work within the Packaging department to support data-driven decision-making and contribute to sustainability goals. This role involves collaboration with various internal business partners and the opportunity to enhance your technical skills through hands-on projects in a state-of-the-art packaging lab.

Requirements

• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing in school with requisite educational experience in Packaging Engineering.
• Strong time-management, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with external supply base to identify structure improvements and evaluate their impact on sustainability, production line efficiency, and material cost.
• Support ongoing material evaluation activities, including data collection and statistical analysis for various packaging types.
• Complete a variety of packaging test methods and maintain documentation such as Vibration, Drop, Side Impact, Compression, Tensile, and Burst Tests.
• Maintain technical documentation, including How2Recycle database, pallet patterns, technical drawings, and assembly instructions.
• Support production line assessments of alternative packaging solutions.

Benefits

• Unique opportunities to network and engage with company leadership
• Participate in tailored professional development sessions
• Take part in networking events and outings with fellow interns
• Access to a fully equipped fitness center with a basketball court, indoor walking track, and rec league sports
• The Orchard, a gourmet cafeteria serving diverse food options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed