Packaging & Process Engineer Intern (1753)

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Description

About Us:

Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry, boasts a legacy of over 80 years. Founded as a family-owned company, we have evolved into a leading producer of premium meat products, including renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under our Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin.

As a third-generation family business, our success is anchored in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community. With a workforce of 2,500 dedicated team members spread across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we continue to expand, driven by a vision for excellence and a responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences.

At Carl Buddig and Company, we foster a culture centered around teamwork and innovation. We strive to create an environment that values creativity and collaboration, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to our collective goals.

Our dedication extends beyond our business operations. We actively support charitable initiatives and community organizations through direct contributions, volunteer work, and partnerships. We aim to make a positive impact and give back to the communities that have supported us over the years.

Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched by our commitment to our people and communities.

Position Summary:

Carl Buddig is seeking a Packaging Engineer or a Process Engineer Intern to support our optimization production processes and process and packaging solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, testing, and optimization of packaging materials.
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and quality.
• Conduct research on sustainable packaging and manufacturing best practices.
• Perform packaging performance tests and analyze results.
• Work with cross-functional teams (R&D, manufacturing, quality, operations) to implement packaging and process improvements.
• Troubleshoot packaging and process-related issues in production.
• Collect and analyze data to support process and packaging enhancements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations on findings and recommendations.

Education & Experience:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Packaging, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of packaging design, manufacturing processes, and testing methods.
• Passion for innovation, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Excellent communication and communication skills.

Working Conditions:

• Office work and plant work will require warmer attire.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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