Packaging Engineering Co-Op

AirLife; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

AirLife is seeking a Packaging Engineering Intern in Michigan to support packaging tasks for existing products, changes, testing, and extensions. You will work with packaging design verification and shelf-life documentation under FDA guidelines.

The role suits students in engineering with CAD experience and an interest in regulated environments. Ideal candidates are sophomores, juniors, or seniors pursuing engineering with knowledge of medical device packaging and PKG 452, eager to learn, and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of packaging design and development processes for medical devices.
• Experience with packaging engineering standards and test methods.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical packaging problems.
• Proficiency with standard computer software; CAD experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support coordination, preparation, and testing of packaging configurations.
• Assist packaging design verification/validation and packaging shelf-life docs per FDA guidelines.
• Contribute to packaging improvement projects to meet timelines.
• Prototype and test packaging engineering solutions.
• Help maintain FDA, GMP, and ISO compliance.

Skills

Packaging design knowledge

Packaging engineering standards

Mathematical aptitude

Proficiency with standard software

Education

Sophomore/Junior/Senior year in Engineering

Medical Device Packaging knowledge (PKG 452)

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

Company Description

At AirLife, we are dedicated to improving the quality of every breath. Excellence with Every Breath is not just a tag line, but the way we work and take care of our customers. With a mindset to evolve, innovate, and grow, we are a premier manufacturer of the highest-quality and market-leading breathing consumables. This growth philosophy has positioned us to increase our global footprint and business reach, impacting even more people around the world. Our expanding family of the most trusted brands offers a product portfolio that spans the continuum of care from first responder to home care, with safety, patient comfort, and clinical performance in mind. Collective expertise allows us to provide quality products and experiences to our patients, customers, and our people. Our values of Customer first, Differentiate with our People, Bias for Action, Continuous Improvement and Accountability define who we are and how we work. Join us!

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the support of packaging engineering tasks related to improvements to existing products, engineering changes, packaging testing, and product line extensions.

Position Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• The ideal candidate for this position will have knowledge of the packaging design and development processes used for medical devices.
• Experience with packaging engineering standards and test methods.
• The candidate will have the ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply those concepts to practical situations.
• Proficiency with standard computer software.
• Knowledge of CAD software is required, and experience with SolidWorks is desired.
• Technical writing skills are desired.

Level Of Experience

• A sophomore or junior year college level in an applicable engineering study is required for this packaging engineering intern position.
• Experience in packaging engineering within a regulated environment such as food, pharmaceutical or medical device is preferred. Other experience is acceptable for the right candidate.

Level Of Education

• The position requires the candidate to at least be in their sophomore, junior or senior year of studies towards a bachelor’s degree in an applicable engineering field. Medical Device Packaging knowledge is preferred such as PKG 452.

Travel

As the business needs.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Support the coordination, preparation, and testing of packaging configurations.
• Support any activities related to packaging design verification/validation and packaging shelf-life documents per FDA guidelines.
• Support packaging improvement projects to achieve project timelines.
• Perform and complete packaging engineering product prototyping and testing.
• Assist in maintaining Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and ISO Compliance.

Other Responsibilities

• Uphold and embody AirLife’s values in all aspects of work.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in daily work; look for ways to improve and promote quality & safety.
• Inspire the trust of others; treat people with respect and dignity and embrace the value of diversity.
• Use time efficiently; perform job accurately, thoroughly, and conserve Company resources to improve profits.
• Contribute to building and maintaining a positive team environment.
• Assure all policies and guidelines are implemented and followed.

QUALITY POLICY

At AirLife, Quality is our promise. It is our commitment to customer satisfaction and our dedication to product excellence in an evolving global healthcare market. This promise is kept through a continuously improving and effective Quality Management System and compliance to Regulatory Requirements.

DEIA STATEMENT

At AirLife, we are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities and customers we serve. We believe our philosophy on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Advancement (DEIA) encourages excellence and equips us to serve an evolving global marketplace.

Please note: The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may evolve over time. The role holder may be required to undertake additional duties as reasonably expected to meet the needs of the organization.