Continuous Improvement Engineer Intern

Green Bay Packaging Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness center

Steel-toed shoe allowance

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging Inc. seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer Intern to support initiatives aimed at enhancing operational performance, quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.

You will apply Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and value stream mapping with cross‑functional teams to drive sustainable improvements. This on-site internship offers hands-on experience in a team‑oriented environment, with competitive pay and exposure to real-world manufacturing processes at Green Bay, WI.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills required.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, data analysis tools, and Lean/Six Sigma concepts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying, analyzing, and implementing process improvement opportunities that improve productivity, quality, safety, and operational performance.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends, measure performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and value stream mapping activities to eliminate waste and optimize business processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to implement and sustain process improvements.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, process maps, standard work instructions, performance metrics, and reports while supporting root cause analysis and corrective action activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Green Bay Coated Products Division
Green Bay, WI 54304, USA

• On-site
• Administration
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MANUF003104

Description

Position Overview

The Continuous Improvement Engineer Intern supports initiatives focused on enhancing operational performance, quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness across the organization. This role provides hands‑on experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to drive sustainable process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying, analyzing, and implementing process improvement opportunities that improve productivity, quality, safety, and operational performance.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends, measure performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and value stream mapping activities to eliminate waste and optimize business processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to implement and sustain process improvements.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, process maps, standard work instructions, performance metrics, and reports while supporting root cause analysis and corrective action activities.

Qualifications

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills required. Experience with Microsoft Excel, data analysis tools, and Lean/Six Sigma concepts is preferred.

Along with competitive pay, interns benefit from access to our on-site fitness center, a steel‑toed shoe allowance, and the chance to gain valuable experience in a team‑oriented workplace. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933,Green Bay Packaging Inc.is a family‑owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure‑sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, WI, Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 5,000 team members and operates more than 40 facilities in 16 states. Green Bay Packaging is committed to innovative product development, sustainable forestry practices, and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information, visit gbp.com.

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