Packaging Engineer Co-op Intern

About the Company

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Role Summary

Join the team behind the fan experience at Fanatics Collectibles! As a Packaging Engineer Co-op, reporting to the Director of Package Engineering, you’ll dive into the world of innovative packaging design and development for the industry leader in licensed sports and entertainment collectibles. Fanatics Collectibles is a leading licensor, producer, designer, and seller of physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets for entertainment and sports properties globally. With exclusive licensing arrangements with major leagues like the MLB, NFL, and NBA, we’re redefining the collectibles industry. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience, contribute to real-world projects, and help us create cutting-edge packaging that excites fans around the globe!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Packaging Engineers in preparing packaging specifications/BOM’s and developing new packaging configurations.
• Calculates sizing and works with print vendors for packaging dielines, reviews and approves dielines from printer, provides Packaging Graphics team with dielines based on product release schedule, and develops new dielines where necessary.
• Design and prototype new packaging concepts using appropriate materials, including flexible films, corrugate, folding carton, rigid boxes, and other materials as appropriate.
• Participate in cross-functional product & package development meetings.
• Provide overall support for the package engineering team in their day-to-day duties.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with packaging design principles and materials.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ArtiosCAD software is a plus.

Please note that this is an in-office role located in our Dallas, TX offices.

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