Southern Champion Tray · 10 hours ago
Process Improvement Engineer Intern - Summer 2026
Chattanooga, TN, US
Internship
Onsite
Intern
0+ years exp
Start in 2026 SummerSouthern Champion Tray is a company committed to its core values and principles, and they are seeking a Process Improvement Engineer Intern for Summer 2026. The intern will analyze, design, and implement workflows to enhance production efficiency and quality, focusing on creating robust Standard Operating Procedures and comprehensive Process Mapping.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Conduct thorough "as-is" process observations to document current workflows across all departments
Develop "to-be" process maps that eliminate bottlenecks, reduce waste, and improve throughput
Utilize flowcharts and value stream mapping to visualize material and information flow
Author clear, concise, and highly visual Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all critical production and quality tasks
Establish a centralized documentation control system to ensure all staff are using the most current versions of procedures
Translate complex technical requirements into user-friendly work instructions for operators
Partner with department leads to roll out new procedures on the production floor
Develop training materials and conduct "train-the-trainer" sessions to ensure standardized adoption of new workflows
Perform regular process audits to ensure compliance with established SOPs
Qualification
Required
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Experience: 0-2 years in a manufacturing or production environment focusing on process optimization
Technical Skills: Proficiency in process mapping software (Visio, Miro, or similar) and advanced Microsoft Office skills
Methodology: Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Total Quality Management (TQM) principles is a plus
Preferred
Excellent technical writing and communication skills
Ability to collaborate with diverse teams, from floor operators to executive leadership
High attention to detail and a 'boots-on-the-ground' approach to problem-solving
Company
Southern Champion Tray
Southern Champion Tray is a packaging and containers company specializing in paperboard packaging solutions.
501-1000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Bob Marshall
Chief Financial Officer
Mark Longnecker
Chief Financial Officer-Retired
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