Packaging Engineering Intern- 2027, 6-8 month Co-Op

Your Opportunity as aPackagingIntern 

As an intern within our Packaging department, you will leverage thestate-of-the-artpackaging lab to enable data-based decision making through the use of a variety of test methods. You will contribute to packaging sustainability goals by implementing source reduction/cost reduction on a variety of materials.Collaborate with internal business partners such as Marketing, Procurement, Operations and Creative to enable meaningful packaging improvements visible on store shelves and in the pantry of Consumers.  

 You will alsohave the opportunity to improveyour technicalexpertise by completing projects with one of our many manufacturing plants.     

Location:Orrville, Corporate Offices 

Work Arrangements:Hybrid,60%in office expectations  

Work Schedule:We are looking forstudentswho are available for6-8months (fromJan- Augor May -December), but are open to students who are available for a 3-month summer internship (May – August). Pleaseindicate your availability on the application. 

In this role you will:  

• Collaborate with external supply base tobring your ideas to life byidentifyingstructure improvements while evaluating the impact on sustainability, production line efficiency and material cost.  

• Support ongoing material evaluation activities, including data collection and statistical analysis for a variety of packaging types (e.g.rigid containers, closures, flexible films, cartons and corrugated).  

• Complete a variety of packaging test methods andsubsequent documentation such as Vibration, Drop, Side Impact, Compression, Tensile and Burst Tests.  

• Maintain technical documentation, including How2Recycle database, pallet patterns, technicaldrawings and assemblyinstructions. 

• Supportproduction line assessments of alternative packaging solutions  

Examples of Projects: 

• Size and test primary and secondary packaging components for new products 

• Evaluate sustainable packaging material options 

• Paperboard tray redesign (optimization) 

• Labelsubstrate change 

• Portion control sealing optimization  

• Warehouse Pallet Stacking Optimization 

What we are looking for:  

• A Sophomore,Junior or Senior standing in school with requisite educational experiencein Packaging Engineering 

• A well-rounded skill set including strong time-management, communication,andteamwork skills 

Why Choose the J.M. Smucker Company’s Internship Program? 

Are you seekingan exceptional internship experience at a Fortune 500 company? At Smucker, weare dedicated to providing a world-class, award-winning internship that offers you the opportunity to: 

• Learn: Unlock your potential in a collaborative and supportive environment where you are treated like a true peer and challenged to be your best. 

• Grow: Benefit from hands-on training with a dedicated mentor andconnect with peers and leaders throughout the company. 

• Lead: Contribute to high-profile projects that support our Company’s growing categories like snacks,coffee and pet food. 

Additional Perks: 

Along with engaging work, we offer a variety of benefits to ensure your internship is both rewarding and memorable. These include: 

• Unique opportunities to network and interact with company leadership 

• Customized professional development sessions 

• Networking events and social outings with fellow interns 

• Access to a fully equipped fitness center, complete with a basketball court, indoor walking track, and recreational league sports 

• The Orchard, our gourmet cafeteria, offering breakfast and lunch with seasonal andlocally-sourced ingredients 

• A competitive compensation package, including paid corporate holidays 

• Compensation range: $22 - $27/hr

**Actual hourly rate is determined based upon the year of college that will be completed at the start of the internship**

• Employee discounts at our Company Store 

• A housing stipend for internsrelocating for the program 

Experience an internship where you can learn, grow, and lead — all while being part of something special at Smucker. 

The Right Place for You 

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. 

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.