Packaging Engineer Intern

Hayward Holdings Inc. (NYSE "HAYW") is one of the leading manufacturers of residential swimming pool equipment in the world, with a significant presence in the commercial pool market that is continuously growing. Hayward designs, manufactures, and markets a full line of residential and commercial pool and spa equipment including pumps, filters, heating, cleaners, salt chlorinators, automation, lighting, safety, flow control and energy solutions at our company owned facilities. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Hayward also has facilities in Tennessee, Arizona, and Rhode Island, Georgia, as well as Canada, Spain, France, Australia, and China.

As a Packaging Engineer Intern, you’ll have the opportunity to become part of a unique team-oriented environment that fosters innovation, idea sharing, and leadership.

Position Overview

Performs assignments involving engineering principles and knowledge of packaging materials (mainly corrugated, foam, and mold pulp) for packaging development / improvements.

Education

Rising sophomore to senior student pursuing an undergraduate degree in Packaging Science.

Responsibilities

Works closely with the packaging engineer to achieve daily tasks; Packaging development, including prototyping, testing, and documentation for all business units; Assists with equipment testing and machine tryouts related to packaging implementation; Assists in the packaging cost estimating process; Develop knowledge of materials used and packaging assembly processes; Value Added / Value Engineered packaging improvements; Creates, reviews, updates, and circulates packaging specifications; Gather critical requirements and researching product alternatives; Interact cross functionally supporting various packaging materials projects

Requirements

Familiarity with Artios Cad (both 2D and 3D), Tops, and Adobe Illustrator.; Possess strong hands-on and mechanical skills with familiarity of hand and power tools; Excellent communication and organizational skills; Proven problem solving and analytical skills; Self- motivated; Ability to perform at a high level in a lean manufacturing environment with a team based organization; Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; Ability to bring enthusiasm and excitement to the job!; Excellent attendance; Familiarity with SolidWorks a plus