Kamps Pallets

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Kamps Overview: Kamps is the leading full-service pallet company in the United States. We meet the needs of varied industries through innovative services that include: new pallet manufacturing, pallet recycling, and sustainable byproduct production (from pallets that cannot be reused). We believe the talented individuals that make up the Kamps team are our biggest asset. Here at Kamps we recognize and reward hard working individuals that consistently exceed expectations. We are excited for you to join our team and help us in achieving our mission of revolutionizing supply chains and serving our customers! Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Packaging Engineer Intern to join our team this summer. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic business environment and contribute directly to our sales and new product development efforts. You will play a key role in establishing a new product development process and developing new products (pallets, special shipping crates/trays/racks, and unique bubble wraps). This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in package engineering, sales, and the manufacturing & logistics industry. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: · Assist in creating and refining the development and validation process for new pallet designs · Conduct pallet and product trials at customer locations to validate product performance · Create a system for capturing product specifications and approval process · Travel with the sales team for customer visits to understand the requirements for products and the performance needed for the operations · Participate in meetings and contribute to brainstorming and problem-solving sessions related to packaging design · Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, marketing, and production · Other duties as assigned by management This list of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that senior management may deem necessary. Qualifications/Skills: · Currently pursuing a degree in Packaging Engineering or Mechanical Engineering · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills · Experience with CAD Design and Excel · Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal) · Ability to work independently and as part of a team · Interest in the manufacturing or logistics industry is preferred Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Work Location: In person