Packaging Innovation & Operations Co‑Op

Bayer AG; Myerstown (PA); On-site; USD 59,457,000 - 167,626,000; Part time

Job summary

Bayer AG is seeking a Packaging Operations and Innovation Co-Op in Myerstown, PA. You will support packaging material evaluations, testing, and design renovations while collaborating with Engineering and site teams.

The role emphasizes developing packaging solutions, executing protocols, collecting samples, and contributing to cross-functional projects with a focus on timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least one year, preferably two years, of bachelor's-level studies in Packaging, Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, Packaging Technology, or a related field.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Packaging, Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, Packaging Technology, or a related discipline.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with Minitab or other statistical analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Support pipeline innovations, business protection and maintenance initiatives, and design renovation projects.
• Assist in the development of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging solutions.
• Execute testing protocols authored by full-time packaging engineers.
• Author and execute testing protocols independently as assigned.
• Partner with packaging operations personnel to ensure protocols are understood, followed, and completed successfully.
• Collect required samples and coordinate submission to appropriate laboratories for testing and evaluation.
• Analyze study and test results and provide recommendations to support packaging decisions.
• Support the execution of distribution studies and packaging performance evaluations.
• Assist with packaging development activities and technical packaging engineering projects.
• Serve as a contributor to cross-functional project teams and support change management processes.
• Coordinate the review and approval of packaging component drawings and specifications.
• Support component testing, qualification activities, package testing, and manufacturing line trials.
• Assist with development of bills of materials and third-party process qualifications.
• Facilitate resolution of packaging-related challenges throughout the development process.

Skills

English proficiency

MS Office

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Packaging

Currently pursuing Bachelor's in Packaging

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Bayer AG is seeking a Packaging Operations and Innovation Co-Op in Myerstown, PA. You will support packaging material evaluations, testing, and design renovations while collaborating with Engineering and site teams.

The role emphasizes developing packaging solutions, executing protocols, collecting samples, and contributing to cross-functional projects with a focus on timely delivery.