Packaging Intern

Position Overview

Primarily responsible for providing engineering and design support to RealTruck corporate packaging engineering activities for pick-up truck Bed Covers (a.k.a. Tonneau Covers) and related truck accessory components manufactured by RealTruck. Projects will include a variety of assignments with increasing and varying responsibility including CAD drawing and design, 3D printing, prototype fabrication and assembly, testing and analysis, project management and stakeholder collaboration, and presentations at the midpoint and conclusion of the internship.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Engineering & Design – Apply engineering principles learned to date for the purpose of creating innovative designs, concepts and complete packaging engineering. Provide drawing and design support as required during the internship.  Must be capable of designing in SolidWorks (training will be provided as necessary).
• Coordinate design-related packaging workload with designated Design Engineer.
• Drawing Release/ ECN – Utilize the RealTruck drawing release and engineering change processes when required.
• Testing – Participate in a variety of testing, using in-house equipment as well as external test partners.
• Continuous Improvement -- Identify, analyze, and implement continuous packaging & product design improvement to reduce warranty and improve manufacturing process efficiency, safety, quality, and cost (value analysis/value engineering [VA/VE]) as assigned.
• Presentation – Required to make a brief presentation to the Engineering team at the middle and end of internship that highlights duties assigned and accomplishments.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• Must be actively pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Packaging from Michigan State University.
• Must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Must have the ability to use SolidWorks. Training will be provided as needed.
• Ability to demonstrate understanding of package development process and engineering principles, strong mechanical aptitude. Must have a functional knowledge of packaging materials, converting technology and packaging operations.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or have a U.S. Permanent Resident (Green) Card.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Treats everyone with respect; collaborating as a cross-functional team player.
• Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to the organization and the learning experience.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with a focus on root cause analysis.
• Capable of multi-tasking with detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrates initiative and is proactive.
• Must be self-motivated; a self-starter capable of setting priorities.
• Support the conceptualization, initiation, development and implementation of new and improved packages and processes including design generation, prototype development, engineering specifications, functionality and quality testing and technology transfer.
• Support the process for cost saving projects through evaluation, testing, and implementation.
• Demonstrate effective collaboration within a cross-functional team environment with minimal supervision (internal / external customers, including Operations, Supply Chain, and Brand teams).
• Participate in brainstorming and information gathering, as needed.

Travel

• Generally, some travel is anticipated. There may be opportunity to work at a RealTruck operation within the continental United States. In the event travel is required, all travel expenses will be paid for by the company per travel policy in effect.
• Travel will vary based on internship projects and assignments. Travel could be up to approximately 4 – 8 weeks over the course of the internship, to support site audits and project support, as needed.

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck’s 6,000+ associates operate from 35+ facilities across four continents. RealTruck’s industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 1,000 patents and pending applications. The company’s omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships.