Packaging Engineering Co-Op
AirLife
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.
Job description
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.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Knowledge of the packaging design and development processes used for medical devices.
- Experience with packaging engineering standards and test methods.
- 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.
Requirements
- Sophomore or junior year college level in an applicable engineering study
- At least sophomore, junior or senior year of studies towards a bachelor's degree in an applicable engineering field
- Knowledge of CAD software is required
- Experience with SolidWorks is desired
- Technical writing skills are desired
- Knowledge of packaging design and development processes used for medical devices
- Experience with packaging engineering standards and test methods
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply those concepts to practical situations
- Proficiency with standard computer software
- Experience in packaging engineering within a regulated environment such as food, pharmaceutical or medical device is preferred
- Medical Device Packaging knowledge is preferred such as PKG 452
Company overview
AirLife is a medical equipment manufacturing company specializing in respiratory care and critical care products. The company focuses on developing and manufacturing innovative medical devices for respiratory therapy, oxygen delivery, and patient monitoring systems. AirLife's product portfolio typically includes respiratory circuits, oxygen masks, nebulizers, and other essential equipment used in hospital settings, home healthcare, and emergency medical services. As a medical device manufacturer, AirLife plays a crucial role in supporting respiratory care across various healthcare environments, from intensive care units to outpatient facilities. The company's commitment to quality and innovation in respiratory technology helps healthcare providers deliver effective treatment to patients with respiratory conditions, contributing to improved patient outcomes and enhanced clinical workflows in respiratory care management.