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Packaging Engineering Internship

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Horsham

AI generated summary

  • You should have a BS in a relevant field, interest in packaging, proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and be comfortable in a remote team.
  • You will analyze packaging data, create reports, implement sustainability programs, conduct material tests with labs, and support quality improvement initiatives for product freshness.

Requirements

  • BS undergraduate is preferred (Packaging engineering, industrial design, chemical engineering, industrial engineering or related degrees).
  • Interest on packaging design or materials is a plus.
  • Proficient in computer skills and in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Organized and detail oriented.
  • Comfortable working in a distance team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Collect and analyze data of packaging experiments and elaborate reports to present findings.
  • Lay out plans to carry out productivity opportunities.
  • Assist to drive the implementation of packaging programs that help achieve the company’s sustainability commitments.
  • Carry out packaging analysis with 3rd party laboratories that help characterize material properties.
  • Provide support to initiatives focused on quality improvements, enhance product freshness and operational issues.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Packaging Engineering Internship?

The primary focus of the Packaging Engineering Internship is to support packaging engineering by assessing productivity opportunities, collaborating on packaging technology development, and implementing procedures for packaging improvement.

What kind of tasks will the intern be responsible for?

The intern will collect and analyze data from packaging experiments, lay out plans for productivity improvements, assist in the implementation of sustainable packaging programs, and support quality improvement initiatives.

What educational background is preferred for this internship?

A BS undergraduate degree is preferred, specifically in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Design, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields.

Are there any required computer skills for this position?

Yes, proficiency in computer skills and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) is required.

Is previous experience in packaging design necessary for applicants?

While not strictly necessary, an interest in packaging design or materials is considered a plus for applicants.

What behavioral competencies are important for this internship?

Important behavioral competencies include safety awareness, leadership, service orientation, results focus, strong interpersonal and communication skills, organization, and attention to detail.

Will the intern have opportunities to collaborate with other teams?

Yes, the intern will team up with other areas of the company to foster process improvement and communication regarding packaging engineering duties.

Is this internship remote or in-person?

The internship details do not specify the format; however, interns may need to be comfortable working in a distance team environment.

What is Bimbo Bakeries USA's policy on equal opportunity employment?

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities for applicants and employees regardless of various classifications protected by law.

Are there any specific physical or mental demands associated with this job?

Yes, the job posting mentions physical and mental demands that must be met to perform the essential functions of the role, with reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

With many of America’s most beloved bread and sweet baked goods brands, we are the nation’s leading baking company.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1994
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold®, Brownberry® or Oroweat® bread? A Thomas’® English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee®, Entenmann’s® or Marinela® cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA! Bimbo Bakeries USA is part of Grupo Bimbo, the world’s largest baking company with operations in 32 countries. Bimbo Bakeries USA employs 20,000 associates across the U.S. in bakeries, sales centers, corporate offices and on sales routes to ensure our consumers have the freshest products to feed their families at every meal. But our associates come to work for much more – the chance to feed their own lives through exciting work that offers the opportunity to make a real difference in their professional and personal lives every day.