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Kraft Heinz Company

Packaging R&D Co-op

Glenview, IL · On-site

$24K/mo

Our R&D teams create high-quality products that push the boundaries of what's possible. Innovation is what gets them up in the morning! - Packaging Co-op Program The Kraft Heinz Company is looking ...

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$20.10 - $27.12/hr

An co-op will comprise of a 6 month period either January-August or May - December. An co-op at ... Professional Career Development and Mentoring * Real World Problem Solving * Meaningful Project ...

IBM

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$18 - $20/hr

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Employer & Industry UsageCommon in tech companies, used as a recruiting pipelineCommon in tech firms, startups, and large corporations for early talent assessment

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Packaging R&D Co-op

Glenview, IL • On-site

Kraft Heinz Company
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$24K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Participate in real projects across different commercialization stages related to packaging.

  • Develop hypotheses, plan and execute test procedures, analyze data, and report results to cross-functional teams.

  • Engage in learning opportunities and contribute to projects focused on innovation, renovation, sustainability, productivity, operational efficiency, and quality improvement.

Kraft Heinz rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 125 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


About Kraft Heinz
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We're on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We're proud of where we've been - and even more thrilled about where we're headed - as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
R&D - The Creators: Our R&D teams create high-quality products that push the boundaries of what's possible. Innovation is what gets them up in the morning!
Job Description - Packaging Co-op Program
The Kraft Heinz Company is looking for Undergraduate students who want to have an all-inclusive Co-Op experience and learn all about the food and beverage industry.
As a Kraft Heinz Packaging Co-Op, you are hand-selected by our Packaging Leadership team to participate in a roughly 6-month immersive program. Instead of going on coffee runs and making copies, you'll be seated at the table making critical decisions that will influence not only your team, but the overall achievement of Kraft Heinz's mission.
During your program, you will join a cohort of other ambitious co-ops to learn directly from Kraft Heinz leaders, own your projects with tangible business results, and be immersed in ongoing learning opportunities and social events. At the program's conclusion, you will have the opportunity to present your project and results to the North American R&D Leadership Team. Our program's goal is to build a pipeline for our direct-hire pool after graduation.
Dates:
Spring Cohort: January - June
Fall Cohort: July - December
Co-Op Goals and Responsibilities:
  • Successfully complete real projects across different commercialization stages (initiation, development and/or launch). The projects will vary in complexity levels and give exposure to different packaging formats and materials
  • Form recommendations throughout projects by developing hypotheses, planning and executing test/trial procedures, analyzing data, and reporting results to cross-functional teams
  • Projects may be rooted in innovation, renovation, sustainability, productivity, operational efficiency, and/or quality improvement initiatives.
  • Potential for travel to manufacturing facilities, supplier locations, and offsite trainings
  • Actively pursue technical and business knowledge to understand the big picture of how the project impacts the business (understanding the 'why')

Example Project Types:
We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows for the co-ops to experience life at Kraft Heinz by giving them projects that are critical to their team's success. Project examples include:
  • Qualification of new materials, molds, etc.
  • New primary and/or secondary packaging design, testing, and implementation
  • Development of packaging designs for customer-specific initiatives
  • Develop and execute testing procedures to evaluate product/package performance

You should join us at our table if:
  • You will be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering and other related majors (i.e., Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Engineering, etc.) during the co-op program
  • Will be in your Junior or Senior year of your degree program during the co-op program
  • Interested in gaining experience in the food or consumer products industry
  • Ability to work in office, lab, and manufacturing environments
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Highly motivated with a sense of urgency
  • Demonstrate a desire for constant learning
  • Willing to travel up to 30% depending on business needs

Program Location(s)
Glenview, IL or Warrendale, PA R&D Centers
(Location preferences will be discussed during the interview process)
Housing: All co-ops will be provided furnished housing at a subsidized rate for the duration of their program.
Total Compensation: $24,000
Office Collaboration & Hybrid Work Environment
We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection & community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today's workplace. Depending on role responsibilities and requires, you may be able to work virtually for up to two days each week and will be expected to work in-person at your assigned work location at least three days per workweek.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
This position and entry level positions candidates may be offered following this program are not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Candidates must maintain legal authorization to work in the United States for the duration of the program and any subsequent employment with Kraft Heinz.
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
  • Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
  • Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training
  • Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
  • Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)
Glenview R&D Center, Heinz Innovation Center
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com

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