2026 Co-Op: Packaging Operations (6 months, July 2026 start)

Job Description:

Welcome to Haleon. We're a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we've grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter - one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands - including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® - lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Now it's time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose - to deliver better everyday health with humanity - at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.

A career in Operations where none of us stand still.
The Operations department at Haleon's Oak Hill manufacturing facility is responsible for producing world-leading toothpaste brands such as Sensodyne®, Pronamel®, Paradontax®, Polident®, and Aquafresh®. Our team ensures that manufacturing and packaging processes are efficient, safe, and continuously improving.

As an Operations Co-Op, you will gain hands-on experience in a regulated consumer product environment, contribute to real-world problem solving, and collaborate with experts across departments to drive innovation and operational excellence.

What will your individual contribution at Haleon be?
* Support the manufacturing and packaging of toothpaste products by applying engineering principles to improve daily operations.
* Lead small-scale projects from planning through execution, including equipment upgrades, process trials, or layout changes.
* Analyze field data and observations to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operators, engineers, and site leaders, to solve real-world challenges.
* Participate in brainstorming sessions and team meetings to contribute ideas and communicate progress on assigned tasks.

Requirements
* Pursuing a BS degree in Engineering
* Must have an active student status for the duration of the Co-Op.
* Must be eligible to work in the US at the time of, and for the duration of, their employment. Employees will be required to furnish evidence of US work authorization.
* Must be eligible to work onsite on a full-time basis during the internship duration (40 hours/week) and provide their own funding for relocation and commuting.
Location: East Durham, NY
Expected Start Date: July 2026
Rate: $24.50
Don't let the imposter syndrome hold you back! First and foremost we care about you as a person, not how many boxes you tick. Apply and let us know you better.
Care to Join Us?
We will review all applications continuously and invite selected candidates further to the recruitment process. We will close the offer down once we find the best match to the role.
Apply now to hear more about this role and our journey changing the future of everyday health.

Job Posting End Date
2026-02-28

Equal Opportunities

Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected - all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It's important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.

The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.
Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, Haleon may be required to capture and report expenses Haleon incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure Haleon's compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements.

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Note to candidates

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