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Packaging Intern
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Rock Hill, York County, South Carolina, 29732, USA
Listed on 2026-10-11
Listing for:
Pratt Industries
Apprenticeship/Internship
position Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Production QC/QA
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Process Improvement Intern will work directly with the Process Improvement Manager in a corrugated packaging manufacturing environment. This role provides hands‑on exposure to operational excellence, Lean manufacturing systems, quality management systems, production analytics, and cross‑functional collaboration. The intern will observe, support, and participate in real‑time improvement initiatives across corrugator and converting operations.
Job Title:
Packaging Intern
Location:
Rock Hill, SC
This is not a clerical position and will be embedded on the production floor and in data analysis activities.
Key Responsibilities- Shadow the Process Improvement Manager during:
Daily production meetings - Gemba walks
- Downtime reviews
- Quality investigations
- Cross‑functional improvement discussions
- Assist in collecting and organizing operational data (waste %, downtime minutes, setup time, throughput, etc.)
- Support analysis of machine performance across corrugator and converting equipment
- Help build and update dashboards in Excel or Google Sheets
- Observe and document standard work processes
- Participate in Lean initiatives (5S audits, DMS boards, layered process audits, etc.)
- Assist with development of work instructions and visual management tools
- Support root cause analysis efforts using structured problem‑solving methods
- Prepare summary reports or one‑page presentations on assigned projects
- Basic corrugated manufacturing flow (paper roll → corrugator → converting → shipping)
- Key production KPIs (waste %, run rate, unplanned downtime, setup time)
- Fundamentals of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- How quality systems integrate into daily operations
- How data drives operational decision‑making in manufacturing
- Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
- Strong analytical mindset
- Proficient in Excel or Google Sheets
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
- Strong communication skills
- Willingness to ask questions and engage on the production floor
- Ability to walk production floor for extended periods
- Ability to wear required PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, steel‑toe footwear)
- Maintain professional conduct on the production floor
- Respect safety protocols at all times
- Demonstrate curiosity and initiative
- Maintain confidentiality of operational data
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