Packaging R&D Co-op
Job Location:
Arden Hills, MN - USA
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Job Summary
Pay:$26/hr
Position Duration:May 2027 November 2027
Position Location:Arden Hills MN
Position Duties
In ourPackagingR&D co-op you will have the opportunity to support and lead packagingdevelopmentand renovationprojects across our Dairy Foodsbusinessportfoliocomprisedof Butter & Spreads Cheese Retail Sweet Snacks and Dairy Powders product categories. Projects may include the development of new packaging designs optimization of existing packaging designs and operational processes cost savings initiativesrefinementof testing proceduresand worksupportingour packaging sustainabilityobjectivesand reporting.
Typical Focus Areas:
Distribution hazard analysis and testing
Cost savingsopportunityidentification
Test method development
Vendor& materialqualifications
Sustainabilityresearch and reporting
Shelf-life studies
Sensory testing
Competitive product analysis
Quality investigations and root cause analysis
Foundational research and literature reviews
Specification and drawing development
General Qualifications
Currently pursuing a bachelors degree in Packaging Engineering or related fields of study
Completion of 100 & 200 level Major Studies courses preferred by time ofco-op
Packagingmajors preferredengineering degree programswithpackaging minors or emphasis will also be considered
A minimum GPA of 3.0preferred
Experience in leadership roles in school academic or industry-related clubs or activities
Ability torelocateand work from Arden Hills MN office fortheduration oftheco-op(in office four days a week)
Some travel to plant facilities may bethroughout theco-op
Physical Qualifications
When working in a laboratory environment you maybe requiredto:
Walk stand and engage in movement throughout the day
Occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.
Perform a variety of physical activities including standing bending lifting turning twisting pushing and pulling
Work in a production pilot plant environment
Work overtime
You may need to wear personal protective equipment such as:
Safety glasses
Safety gloves
Hearing protection
Protective footwear
Protective clothing or uniforms
The ability toperformthese requirements is necessary to successfully perform this jobs essential functions.
Land OLakes will not consider thisinternship position for immigration sponsorship and all applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
About Land OLakes Inc.
Join us and be part of a Fortune 250 farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.
We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land OLakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.
Land OLakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.
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About Company
Land O'Lakes, Inc. is a farmer-owned cooperative spanning the whole food system.
