About the role#
TreeHouse Foods is seeking two Packaging Engineer Co-Op students to support the Packaging Engineering and Research & Development teams at our corporate office in Oak Brook, Illinois. These positions offer hands-on exposure to packaging development and provide opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects ranging from innovation and sustainability to cost savings and quality improvements.
What you'll do#
- Perform technical assignments of simple to moderate complexity under supervision.
- Collaborate with RDI groups to reach project objectives.
- Research information for and issue packaging specifications.
- Establish testing requirements and operating guidelines.
- Provide technical oversight for internal and external manufacturing start-ups and ongoing technical service.
- Participate in the testing, collection, and analysis of data on new products.
- Assist in the execution of packaging projects, including innovation, sustainability, cost savings, quality improvements, and operations support.
- Learn and provide technical knowledge as a member of cross-functional project teams.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least 2 years in a college packaging curriculum and current enrollment in said program.
- Basic understanding of paperboard, corrugate, film, plastics, and glass packaging materials.
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
- Solid problem-solving skills.
- Aptitude for project management, negotiation, and technical team management.
- Ability to interact and collaborate with RDI groups, external resources, suppliers, and consultants.
- Experience with OPS/CAPE software is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Oak Brook, Illinois.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Terms: Winter 2027 (January through June) or Summer 2027 (June through December).
- Compensation: Paid position.
About TreeHouse Foods
TreeHouse Foods is a food and beverage manufacturer based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Founded in 2005, the company operates as a public entity. It specializes in private brand snacks and beverages for the North American market. The organization employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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