Packaging Corporation of America ยท 3 days ago
Engineering Intern/Co-Op (Massillon, OH)
Massillon, OH
Internship
Onsite
InternPackaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a Fortune 500 company focused on providing innovative packaging solutions. The Engineering Intern/Co-Op will work in various engineering areas, assisting with trials, conducting tests, and supporting project management tasks.
Business DevelopmentManufacturingPackaging Services
Responsibilities
Coordinate and evaluate trials on the paper machines, pulp mill, secondary fiber, or other parts of the mill
Conduct routine pulp and paper tests that are required for evaluation of trials or for trouble shooting on the machines
Monitor key process sensing equipment to determine accuracy and reliability. If a problem is detected implement the repair
Conduct routine pulp quality tests on a weekly basis. These tests include efficiencies, consistencies, and critical solids verifications, along with any others that are deemed necessary
Conduct periodic monitoring of key consistency loops on stock chests. Also, interface with the E/l Department in order to improve loops that are not functioning correctly
Order and maintain routine laboratory supplies and chemical solutions
Assist in the start-up of paper machines from monthly shutdowns
Conduct critical paper machine maintenance inspections
Update lab MSDS's for materials and chemicals used in the lab
Project management tasks
Maintenance and reliability tasks
Other duties as needs and interest arise
Qualification
Required
Must be currently enrolled student majoring in Chemical Engineering, Paper Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related major and have completed the freshman year
A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 is required
You must be eligible to work in the US on a full time basis
Strong written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal skills are essential
Candidate must display maturity and a high level of professionalism
The intern/co-op student must take ownership of their work and work area
The ability to work with other mill personnel, operators, and supervisors is a requirement
A positive work attitude is essential
Benefits
A housing stipend may be offered up to $1000 grossed-up per month if necessary
PCA will reimburse the student for the move to their new housing upon starting the internship/co-op as well as the return home at the end of their work experience.
Company
Packaging Corporation of America
Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is the fourth largest producer of containerboard and corrugated packaging products in the United It is a sub-organization of vapepackagingboxes.
Founded in 1959
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2000-01-28IPO
Leadership Team
Criscella Martinez
Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner
Sheryl Griffin
Executive Assistant to CEO & Corporate HR
Recent News
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