Packaging Engineer Internship - KLN Family Brands : Job Details

Packaging Engineer InternshipKLN Family Brands/Kenny's Candy & ConfectionsCollege Juniors and Seniors...We're looking for you!Our Story KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in the heart of MN lakes country. Together, our companies manufacture a diverse and expanding range of high-quality human and pet food products. At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that We are a proud people-first company. We are successful because of trust-based relationships, and first-rate products for our families and friends. We better the world by caring for others. We challenge. We grow. We inspire. Some companies have to fudge the story a little. Some need the extra spin to shine a positive light on themselves. That's not who we are at KLN Family Brands, and that's not what we do. We tell the story of our brand - our people, the quality & safety of our products, our tradition & trust, our bold innovation, and the way we treat our community & beyond. We do it in a genuine way because we genuinely believe we're a pretty amazing company. We're looking for a Packaging Engineer Intern for the summer of 2026 that is serious about a career in manufacturing. If you are willing to learn from the best and have a desire to participate in the growth of some of the fastest growing brands in the confectionary industry, you've stumbled upon the right job. The Opportunity As a Packaging Engineer Intern, you'll work closely with our Packaging Engineer, other packaging and engineering team members, and the entire operations team. Daily Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support packaging team in determining material performance metrics
• Support trials, scale ups and validation of new materials on projects
• Develop understanding of polymers, film converting and packaging process
• Familiarize with multiple forms of packaging equipment to support projects optimization, performance and efficiency
• Attend supplier meetings that include sustainable solutions
• Work cross functionally to gain firsthand experience for human and pet products
• Gather information for bottom line impact

Unique Project:

• Establish internal packaging specifications for film and corrugate

You Will Learn Things Like:

• Innovation and creativity
• Goal setting and KPI measurement
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Oral and written communication
• Teamwork and leadership

What You'll Need to Be Successful at KLN Family Brands/Kenny's Candy & Confections:

• At least a Junior in college pursuing a degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Basic understanding of packaging materials, particularly flexible films and corrugated board
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Willingness to learn and engage in hands-on projects with packaging and manufacturing teams

Interns who demonstrate exceptional performance and a passion for our business may have the opportunity for full-time employment upon graduation. Pay for this position will be a percentage of industry standards based on typical full-time starting salaries and will depend on your year in school and your timeline to graduation.