Packaging Engineer Intern
Position Title: Packaging Engineer Intern
Start/End Date: May 15 – August 4, 2023
Location: Huntersville, NC
Reports To: Manager
Newell Brands (NASQAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands. What unites all our businesses is a belief in brand-led growth, driven by an understanding of the constantly changing needs of our consumers and the ability to create products that win in the market by delivering superior performance, design and innovation.
The success of our company starts with our people. Newell Brands’ Summer Internship Program is an important element of our strategy to provide a diverse pool of talent for critical projects and entry level hire. Our offering includes a dedicated manager and mentor to outline clear assignments and provide direction throughout the summer; challenging and exciting projects and work assignments; volunteer and social activities to build intern community and professional development; visibility to key leaders in the company; and the opportunity to experience our everyday life at Newell Brands.
This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of the position. More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request for particular locations and facilities.
Responsibilities:
This self-starter will work with Packaging Engineers to develop innovative and cost-effective packaging to address company objectives. The role is responsible for the coordination and development of packaging components and specifications, implementation into production, and ongoing technical support after commercialization.
· Design, evaluate, cost, specify, and implement primary packaging for new products from the conceptual phase to production.
· Development of club displays and special sets per Marketing & Sales requirements.
· Ongoing technical support and trouble-shooting for new and existing product packaging.
· Initiate, evaluate, and implement productivity improvements to achieve optimum use of facilities and resources.
· Provide packaging assistance to other departments and subsidiaries.
· Maintain and upgrade knowledge and education.
Climate:
Work is performed with minimal supervision. The position works within a team environment, which requires communication with all levels of management and production personnel. The Packaging Engineering intern will be handling one main project with multiple small projects requiring excellent project management skills.
Qualifications:
· Pursuing BS major in Packaging Science, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Engineering Management
· Expected graduation date and available for full-time employment in 2018 or 2019
· 3.0 GPA or higher preferred
· Working knowledge of packaging technologies
· Good project management skills
· Excellent communication skills-verbal and written
· Experience designing packaging in ArtiosCAD preferred but not required
Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, FoodSaver, Calphalon, Sistema, Sharpie, Paper Mate, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer's, Yankee Candle, Graco, NUK, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Spontex, Coleman, Campingaz, Oster, Sunbeam and Mr. Coffee. Newell Brands' beloved, planet friendly brands enhance and brighten consumers lives at home and outside by creating moments of joy, building confidence and providing peace of mind. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.