Intern

The Company

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

We are looking for two accountable Process Engineer interns to be responsible for assigned project tasks in the areas of yield, rework, recycling, and standard work. You will work hand in hand with an assigned department manager for job responsibilities, mentorship and reporting.

Klöckner Pentaplast Internships are full-time (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday, hourly paid positions working onsite in our Gordonsville, VA manufacturing plant. Work hours for this role are flexible being either 7:00 am to 3:30 pm OR 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Klöckner Pentaplast does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for Internships.  Housing not provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor the assigned engineering projects
• Create and implement extrusion rework system
• Create and implement recycling program for the GOR Campus
• Create and implement yield increase project through order change optimization
• Interact daily with the staff and hourly workers to develop standards and implement requirements.
• Perform assigned responsibilities and mentor projects
• Cooperate and communicate effectively with project manager and other project participants to provide assistance and technical support
• Review engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions

Requirements

• Presently pursuing BS degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering discipline
• Excellent knowledge of design and definition of standard work
• Advanced MS Office skills including Powerpoint
• Ability to work safely in a high paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to work with multiple discipline projects
• Must have excellent Project, organizational and time management skills
• High communication proficiency and ability to translate visual and verbal instruction into standard work documents
• Knowledge of PVC/PET rework streams
• Knowledge of lean 6 Sigma principles

Apply Now!

If you are determined, thrive in a fast-paced environment with high levels of accountability and focus, then we’d love to meet you! Please apply using the link below.

At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.