Packaging Engineer Intern

MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the creation, development, and implementation of package designs and/or processes

• Provide day-to-day support for production equipment and assist with identifying and resolving issues

• Assist with project management tasks for assigned packaging process changes, packaging designs, and new packaging equipment implementation

• Assist with package testing while following industry standards

• Collaborate with team members to design and procure equipment and materials necessary for product launch and/or sustainability projects

• Assist with process validation (IQ, OQ, PQ) and risk identification efforts

• Assist with troubleshooting techniques for production challenges and provide recommendations for resolution

• Assist with creating technical documents, rationales, and reports as required

• Communicate project status and packaging activities with team members

• Provide packaging support for new business opportunities

• Learn about new packaging tools, technology, and methodologies including cost estimates and return on investment for equipment design or packaging process changes

• Assist with obtaining the material, equipment, etc., required to perform tasks from various sources

• Follow documented specification and/or written/verbal instructions for technical tasks

• Assist with coordinating trial runs of packaging processes, sample preparation, etc.

• Establish positive relationships with vendors and learn about vendor’s capabilities and troubleshooting knowledge

• Provide support to technical employees and operators

• Assist with providing formal training to production personnel on existing and new processes

• Follow all GMP and SOP’s as defined by Viant policies, practices and procedures to ensure that FDA and ISO regulations and quality standards are met

Education:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s degree program in Packaging Engineering or related field

Experience:

• No prior experience required

Skills/Competencies:

• Interest in the Medical Device Packaging industry

• Strong problem-solving skills

• General understanding of manufacturing processes and quality standards

• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills

• Basic ability to read and understand engineering drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, and schematics

• Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements:

• No travel required

• Work in an office environment with varying amounts of walking, sitting, standing, twisting, and turning

• Periodically lift or carry up to 25lbs.

• No unusual or excessive physical demands