R&D Packaging Intern

Bel; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Bel Brands is seeking an R&D Intern to support the Project Leader/Manager in packaging materials trials and analysis. The role involves validating materials, developing SOP feedback, and performing routine analytical tests in a collaborative R&D environment.

The internship runs January through December 2027, with a paid rate of $33 per hour plus a one-time $1,500 housing stipend. Occasional travel to the manufacturing plant is possible; lifting up to 50 lbs may be required.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Packaging or related field.
• Basic PC skills and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in validating packaging materials and specifications
• Provide feedback on development and optimization of standard operating procedures
• Perform routine analytical testing
• Active participant in the R&D team and group projects
• Prepare project results for the cross-functional project team
• Assist project teams in collecting and analyzing data for various on-going studies
• Support R&D Team Leads in conducting industrial product trials and first production launches.
• Assist/Lead laboratory testing on packaging materials
• Assist formulation team on recipe development/analysis
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Windows OS

Excel

Word

Time management

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Packaging or related field

Job description

At Bel, we are not just a company—we are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands like Babybel®, GoGo squeeZ®, The Laughing Cow®, and Boursin®, our snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good. Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives.

The company has headquarters in Chicago and New York City and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.

#IWorkForAllForGood

Job Summary

The R&D Intern is responsible for supporting the R&D Project Leader / Manager in processes, trials, and analysis on packaging materials and finished products.

Job Responsibilities & Tasks

• Assist in validating packaging materials and specifications
• Provide feedback on development and optimization of standard operating procedures
• Perform routine analytical testing
• Active participant in the R&D team and group projects
• Prepare project results for the cross-functional project team
• Assist project teams in collecting and analyzing data for various on-going studies
• Support R&D Team Leads in conducting industrial product trials and first production launches.
• Assist/Lead laboratory testing on packaging materials
• Assist formulation team on recipe development/analysis
• All other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

EDUCATION

• HS Diploma or GED
• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Packaging or related degree

Skills

• PC skills: windows, excel, word
• Basic working knowledge
• Able to deliver on time, with guidance
• Basic troubleshooting skills
• Excels in the management of personal tasks and objectives.
• Actively contributes ideas for continuous improvement
• Strives to execute agreed objectives
• Able to follow instructions
• Capable of effectively communicating (verbal & written) information to R&D Technicians/Scientists

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Must be able work in normal office conditions and in the manufacturing plant.
• Must be able to wear PPE
• Occasional travel to suppliers may occur
• Ability to lift 50lbs

Pay rate: $33/hr + one-time $1,500 housing stipend

Time Frame: January-June 2027 or June 2027 - December 2027

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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