About the role#
As a Packaging Operations and Innovation Co-Op, you will support packaging material and process evaluations, as well as scientific studies. You will work with the Packaging Engineering team to support development tasks and business objectives. This role involves working with cross-functional teams, including Product Experience, Engineering, Commercial, and Product Supply, to manage projects throughout their lifecycle.
What you'll do#
- Support pipeline innovations, business protection initiatives, and design renovation projects.
- Deliver assigned project tasks on time and in full.
- Assist in the technical transfer of information to manufacturing sites and contract manufacturing organizations.
- Contribute to cross-functional project teams and change management activities, including component testing, qualification, and line trials.
- Resolve packaging-related challenges during the development process.
- Use Product Lifecycle Management and barcode verification systems.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to deliver project objectives.
- Integrate Package Engineering activities with Consumer Health Product Experience teams.
- Collect and analyze packaging component and sustainability data.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least one year, preferably two years, of undergraduate studies in Packaging, Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, Packaging Technology, or a related discipline.
- Current pursuit of a bachelor's degree in Packaging, Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, Packaging Technology, or a related field.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
- Experience with Minitab or other statistical analysis software is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Whippany, New Jersey.
- Modality: On-site.
- Terms: Winter 2027, Summer 2027, and Fall 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid position.
About Bayer
Bayer is a global enterprise focused on healthcare and nutrition. The company operates in the life sciences sector with specialties in pharmaceuticals, consumer health, and crop science. It maintains a large workforce of over 95,000 employees across international locations. Headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, the organization develops products intended to address health and food security needs.
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