INTERN - Recycling Plant

Inteplast Group • Hazle Township, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This internship provides a hands-on opportunity for a student to gain practical experience in an industrial manufacturing environment. The intern will support the Maintenance/Extrusion department with preventative maintenance, equipment support, basic troubleshooting, housekeeping, and assigned projects while learning from experienced team members.

Requirements

• Current college student or recent graduate pursuing coursework related to maintenance, engineering, manufacturing, industrial technology, or a related field preferred.
• Interested in learning about manufacturing equipment, maintenance practices, and how production operations work.
• Mechanical aptitude or willingness to learn how to safely use basic hand tools and work around machinery under supervision.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, ask questions when needed, and follow safety procedures.
• Basic computer skills and ability to help document completed tasks as required.
• Dependable attendance and willingness to work scheduled hours, including occasional non-standard hours as needed.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work respectfully with team members in a manufacturing setting.
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with preventative maintenance activities, including cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, organizing parts/tools, and supporting routine equipment checks.
• Work alongside maintenance and production team members to support basic troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment setup activities as directed.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while following all safety, quality, and housekeeping requirements.
• Assist with assigned improvement projects, data collection, documentation, and follow-up tasks.
• Complete assigned tasks and projects safely, accurately, and in a timely manner with guidance from the team.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree