Intern – GPS - Continuous Improvement

TOPPAN Packaging Americas • Hickory, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

You will be responsible for assisting in the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. You will follow the Global Performance Systems (GPS) to address production, quality, safety, and maintenance requirements of the business. What you’ll be doing: Assist in the design, development and implementation of new processes and equipment Propose process improvements and cost reduction projects Assist in project support for GPS Pillars Gather information, monitor, and update speed, waste, minor stops, changeover losses for equipment Follow all Toppan safety expectations Assist in creating JSA’s, WKI's, SOP’s and LOTO procedures Participate on plant safety teams and activities Maintain a clean and safe working environment Demonstrate commitment to quality This position is located in the Hickory, NC facility and 100% onsite To become an intern with TOPPAN, there are a few key things you’ll need to have/had: Currently enrolled in a High School or University degree program. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment would be an asset Ability to work independently once an assignment has been communicated Organize workload to coordinate and execute an effective completion plan Communicate effectively with all levels within the manufacturing community Possess strong critical thinking, problem solving, analyzing, and examining skills to find the best solutions to various situations Technical aptitude Strong computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office 18 years or older Our Thermoformed and Flexible Packaging business serves North America, Latin America and Europe with 22 locations. We create and manufacture sustainable packaging solutions. Our customers span the food, retail, and medical sectors. Our packaging meets the needs of a wide range of applications including snacks, condiments, healthcare items, prepared meals, fresh produce, coffee, and pet food. We are committed to responsible packaging that protects products and supports a healthier planet. Our Vision Change the World through Packaging Innovation Our Mission Foster a society focused on well-being and sustainability, while safeguarding our planet for future generations, through the continuous development of innovative packaging solutions that explore cutting-edge materials and technologies. TOPPAN Privacy Policy

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a High School or University degree program.
• Ability to work independently once an assignment has been communicated
• Organize workload to coordinate and execute an effective completion plan
• Communicate effectively with all levels within the manufacturing community
• Possess strong critical thinking, problem solving, analyzing, and examining skills to find the best solutions to various situations
• Technical aptitude
• Strong computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office
• 18 years or older

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment would be an asset

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development and implementation of new processes and equipment
• Propose process improvements and cost reduction projects
• Assist in project support for GPS Pillars
• Gather information, monitor, and update speed, waste, minor stops, changeover losses for equipment
• Follow all Toppan safety expectations
• Assist in creating JSA’s, WKI's, SOP’s and LOTO procedures
• Participate on plant safety teams and activities
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Demonstrate commitment to quality

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED