Packaging Intern: Learn Production, Design & Quality

prattexternalcareersite; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Pratt Industries packaging interns have the opportunity to work closely with the General Manager, Sales Manager, Customer Service Manager and Design Manager. Interns will lead projects and participate in activities to learn design, production, sales, and quality within the manufacturing environment.

You will spend time on the manufacturing floor, learning how to run machines, production scheduling, and the flow of material through the facility, while developing cost awareness and practical

Qualifications

• Enrolled in college coursework related to drafting, packaging science, design, or engineering.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize workload.
• Strong communication and willingness to learn in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Work in location that produces product.
• Learn machinery and suggest ideas for efficiency improvements.
• Service existing accounts by improving the buying experience in every transaction.
• Develop relationships with Managers and Production Employees.
• Coordinate with design, quality, and customer service personnel to learn machine capabilities.
• Develop knowledge of products, machine limitations and costing variables to act as a packaging consultant.
• Spend time on the manufacturing floor to learn run of machines and production flow.
• Observe downtime and suggest improvement ideas to boost efficiency.
• Work with mentor on a summer project to present to Pratt Executive Management.

Skills

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Team player

Education

College student in drafting/packaging science/design/engineering

Job description

Pratt Industries packaging interns have the opportunity to work closely with the General Manager, Sales Manager, Customer Service Manager and Design Manager. Interns will lead projects and participate in activities to learn design, production, sales, and quality within the manufacturing environment.

You will spend time on the manufacturing floor, learning how to run machines, production scheduling, and the flow of material through the facility, while developing cost awareness and practical