Engineering Intern/Co-Op

SUMMARY: Performs engineering and technical assignments using manufacturing engineering practices and principles to support the engineering department. Assists in the design and implementation of manufacturing methods and processes that support product quality and quantity goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares product and tool drawings, using AutoCAD (2D) and Inventor (3D), from concepts provided by multiple information sources.

• Provides engineering support by troubleshooting problems and effecting timely solutions to maintain the continuity of product flow.

• Assists with other manufacturing departments as assigned by the Engineering Manager to address and resolve engineering issues.

• Assists in maintaining Engineering file systems and databases by updating and revising accurate and error-free information. This includes but is not limited to drawing files, drawing databases, ECR, packaging files.

• Perform cut edge calculations, product construction, and provide steel specifications for Advance Quote Worksheets.

• Verify and input data as required for the accurate completion of ECODS.

• Develop layouts of equipment and coordinate with Production, Facilities, and new product development for final approval.

• Work closely with the Pre-Press Department to provide accurate and useable layouts for printing and coating.

• Meet with suppliers of equipment or materials so as to develop information and make recommendations for purchasing equipment or materials or new methods.

• Manage new projects from vendor identification and qualifications through to machine or tooling installation.

• Approve the acceptance of purchased manufacturing equipment given specifications and requirements that were determined during the machine purchase.

• Will follow Company personnel and product safety requirements including standards such as those from SQF and internal GMPs.

• Independently travel locally between Belcamp plant and Steeltin (Baltimore) plant locations as required.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to interact and cooperate with all levels of employees and departments.

• General understanding of ANSI-Y- 1 4.5 Drafting Standards.

• Working knowledge of tolerances and material finishes.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to effectively communicate with foreign contacts.

• Experience with 3D Design Software (Solidworks or Inventor Preferred). Experience with 2D Design Software (AutoCAD) preferred but not required.

• Good Academic Standing with the College or University in which the applicant is enrolled.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Active enrollment in a 4-year Engineering Program pursuing a B.S. Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid state Driver's License, which meets Company requirements of the Fleet Management Policy and insurance requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

NOTE: This job description identifies the general nature and scope of work to be performed. Independent Can reserves the right to revise all or any part of this job description and to add or eliminate essential job functions at any time. Designation of any job duty as an essential function is not intended as an assurance or guarantee that a team member has any right to perform the particular job duty, except as required by Independent Can.