Process Improvement Intern

Job description

Position Summary The Process Improvement Intern will work directly with the Process Improvement Manager in a 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. 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 & Plant 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 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 t...