Ardagh Metal Packaging · 1 month ago
Continuous Improvement Intern - Project Lead The Way
Valparaiso, IN
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerArdagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable metal beverage cans. This internship offers students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in manufacturing and engineering while working on continuous improvement projects to enhance production processes.
Packaging Services
Responsibilities
Help the CI Lead with improvement projects across the plant
Prioitizing training early on tools and techniques used in manufacturing
Support events focused on improving processes, like Kaizen, SMED (quick changeovers), and 6S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety) activities
Contribute to planning the AMPS Month celebrations and training sessions in August
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements
Learn how to read and understand production data
Become assimilated into the Ardagh Metal Packaging organization by participating in a comprehensive orientation program
Be assigned to a mentor within Ardagh Metal Packaging
Be exposed to and work on special projects (50%~ of the workload) to help the plants meet goals and leverage learning from work experiences
Present an end-of-internship summary to the Ardagh Metal Packaging executive leadership team
Qualification
Required
High school diploma
Ability to complete a 10-week internship from June-August 2026
Cumulative GPA of a 2.6
Completion of PLTW coursework, preferably
Ambition to pursue a career in the manufacturing industry, preferably
Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hearing and eye protection, steel toe boots, and other PPE
Must be willing to travel to the corporate office (Chicago, IL) for final week
Compliance with FDA regulations established by OSHA and the company
Company
Ardagh Metal Packaging
Ardagh Metal Packaging is a global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable, metal beverage cans to brand owners.
Founded in 1932
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.49B2025-11-20Post Ipo Debt· $1.29B
2022-06-01Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2021-08-05Post Ipo Equity· $600M
Leadership Team
Oliver Graham
CEO, Ardagh Metal Packaging
Stefan Schellinger
Chief Financial Officer
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