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Packaging Corporation of America · 1 day ago

Co-op Process Engineer Summer/Fall 2026

Jackson, AL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$25/hr - $30/hr

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a Fortune 500 company that specializes in corrugated packaging and white paper products. The co-op position at the Jackson mill involves participating in process improvement projects, including process optimization, data analysis, and capital project scope and justification.

Business DevelopmentManufacturingPackaging Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Coordinate projects during design and construction

Assist with software and hardware checkout on new systems and control strategies

Build and implement equipment maintenance databases

Perform data collection and analysis for production optimization

Work with engineers, maintenance, consultants, contractors, vendors, and operations

Coordinate inspection programs for tanks and pressure vessels

Work on special projects to optimize chemical usage in the pulping process

Automate data collection and reporting for production benchmarks

Qualification

Process optimizationData analysisProject coordinationSoftware proficiencyCommunication skillsAnalytical skillsIndustrial exposureSelf-starter

Required

A minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 is required

Must be a permanent U.S. resident, requiring no sponsorship

Currently attending a participating University (Mississippi State University, The University of Mississippi, Auburn University, University of Alabama, University of South Alabama, University of Maine, University of North Carolina State, University of Miami Ohio, Georgia Tech, University of Tennessee or Tennessee Technology University, majoring in Paper Science or Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or other related majors

Exhibit excellent communication, analytical and computer skills (proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point)

Self-starter and be able to work on projects and interpret results with little oversight

Must be willing and able to work any shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime, as needed

Preferred

Any previous industrial exposure is of benefit

Benefits

Paid Holidays.

Medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.

401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.

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