Manufacturing Intern - Process Engineer

National Gypsum Co.; Garden City (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend eligibility

Paid internship

Job summary

National Gypsum Company is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Intern for a paid summer internship starting in May 2027. You will gain hands-on experience across production, quality control, process improvement and safety in a dynamic plant environment.

The program offers stipend eligibility in addition to hourly pay and provides opportunities to learn from diverse teams, develop problem-solving skills, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Manufacturing.
• Strong coursework in manufacturing processes or operations management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day manufacturing operations under guidance of experienced professionals.
• Participate in production and manufacturing activities to gain practical experience.
• Work with safety, quality, and production on concerns and opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and proposing process enhancements.
• Adhere to safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Document and analyze data related to production and quality metrics, efficiency, and performance.
• Engage in training sessions to expand knowledge of processes, technologies, and leadership.
• Shadow management roles and perform hands-on learning activities as directed.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree (in progress) in Engineering/Business/Manufacturing

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Manufacturing Intern to join our team for a paid summer internship program in May 2027. The candidate will have the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in various aspects of manufacturing operations, including production, quality control, process improvement, and safety protocols. This internship offers valuable exposure to the inner workings of a dynamic manufacturing environment and provides an excellent platform for professional development.

- Stipend Eligibility in addition to hourly pay.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (not all inclusive):

• Assist with day-to-day manufacturing operations under the guidance of experienced professionals.
• Participate in production and manufacturing activities to gain practical experience.
• Work with safety, quality, and production on concerns and/or opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting process enhancements.
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment for all associates.
• Document and analyze data related to production and quality metrics, efficiency, and performance.
• Engage in training sessions and workshops to expand knowledge of manufacturing processes, technologies, team growth, and leadership skills.
• Shadow and learn problem‑solving methods from various management roles or departments, including Production, Quality, Maintenance or Engineering, Environmental & Safety, or Human Resources, and perform hands‑on learning activities as directed.
• Any other duties as assigned by the reporting supervisor or manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in an Engineering, Business, or a Manufacturing related field.
• Strong academic background with coursework in manufacturing processes, operations management, or related disciplines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and hourly associates and adapt to fast-paced manufacturing operations.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Travel may be required up to 10% per internship period.
• Physical ability to access all plant areas.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Hybrid work ineligible

COMPANY INFORMATION:

National Gypsum Company, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is the exclusive service provider of reliable, high-performance building products marketed under the Gold Bond®, ProForm® and PermaBASE® brands. The National Gypsum name – through its Gold Bond®, ProForm® and PermaBASE® product lines – has been synonymous with high-quality, innovative products, and exceptional customer service since 1925.

For decades, we have saved our customers time and money by providing the industry’s best, most reliable building products, resources and services. We are Building Products for a Better Future® one project at a time.

National Gypsum Company operates as a family of companies working together toward a common goal with collaboration and open communication. Our corporate entities include: NG Corporate, LLC; National Gypsum Services Company; Gold Bond Building Products, LLC; Gold Bond Canada, LLC; ProForm Finishing Products, LLC; PermaBASE Building Products, LLC; and Unifix Inc.

Hiring Entity: Gold Bond Building Products

The above information on this description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to this position. The company enforces a tobacco-free policy at all its locations.

All National Gypsum Company and corporate affiliate companies, including: NG Corporate, LLC, National Gypsum Services Company, Gold Bond Building Products, LLC, Gold Bond Canada, LLC, ProForm Finishing Products, LLC, PermaBASE Building Products, LLC and Unifix Inc, are Equal Opportunity Employers. Please visit www.nationalgypsum.com to view all of our exciting employment opportunities. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Pre-employment drug screening is required. All companies participate in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. www.dhs.gov/e-verify.

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