Kalamazoo - Kilgore Road

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
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, problem solving & analytical skills
• Successfully pass a background check and drug screen.
• 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.
• Must be physically residing in the U.S for the entirety of the internship.

• Work Environment: Must work near moving mechanical parts. Eye protection and other personal protective equipment are required.  Colleague will work in a facility that manufactures Cephalosporins and must not be Cephalosporin sensitive.

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: $22.00 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 located 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: $24.20 per hour

Student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $36.40 per hour

Student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $40.30 per hour

Zoetis is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.