Sonoco · 17 hours ago
Intern – GPS - Continuous Improvement
Hickory, NC, USA
Internship
Onsite
InternSonoco is a company focused on continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. The intern will assist in the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, following the Global Performance Systems to address production, quality, safety, and maintenance requirements.
IndustrialSustainabilityChemical & MaterialsManufacturingLogisticsChemicalPackaging ServicesPlastics and Rubber ManufacturingRecycling
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
Qualification
Required
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
Company
Sonoco
Sonoco is a manufacturer of consumer, industrial, healthcare, and protective packaging.
Founded in 1899
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.83B2025-07-15Post Ipo Equity· $30M
2024-09-17Post Ipo Debt· $1.8B
2016-11-07Acquired
Leadership Team
Vicki Arthur
SVP/GM Plastics and Protective Solution businesses
John Pontrello
Vice President Operations, Consumer - North America
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