Operations Process Improvement Intern

At Radius Packaging we're committed to innovation and excellence in manufacturing. We provide rigid plastic packaging solutions that meet the needs of our customers.  After all, we partner with some of the most recognized consumer and industrial brands in the marketplace. We also know that at the heart of our success is a talented team committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers on time, every time.  We are centered on your success and focused on your future.

We're on the lookout for talented and motivated Manufacturing Engineering Interns, or similar related engineering major, to join our team to support production leadership by bringing new ideas to help process improvement. If you're passionate about manufacturing and process improvement and also eager to learn, we want to hear from you!

As a Process Improvement Intern, you'll be an integral part of our manufacturing team, working closely with our experienced Shift Managers and Process Improvement Leaders. You'll gain hands-on experience in understanding our current business needs and processes and optimizing efficiencies with our plastic blow molding operation and assisting with various process-related tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in manufacturing with the potential to lead to full-time employment.

At Radius Packaging we are passionate about our interns! 

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Shift Manager, Process Improvement Leaders and Technicians to optimize our plastic blow molding processes.
• Work with shift leaders to implement 6S on production lines and develop sustainability initiatives.
• Assist with improving flash containment to help with the reduction of scrap loss and time wasted picking up plastic flash.
• Standardize the daily work across different shifts for Forklift Drivers and reduce wasted time.
• Conduct testing and experiments to improve product quality and efficiency.
• Collect and analyze data to identify areas of process improvements.
• Assist in the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process enhancements.
• Learn and grow by actively participating in training and mentorship programs.

What We Offer:

• Valuable hands-on experience in understanding our manufacturing processes and opportunity to bring in new and unique ideas to increase our operational efficiency.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals and leaders.
• Competitive compensation for interns and entry-level positions.
• Opportunity for career growth and development.
• Business-driven projects that directly impact results
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to contribute to the success of our manufacturing operations.
• Collaboration with other summer interns to learn about the projects they are working on.
• Bi-weekly lunches are provided with managers, other summer interns, and former Radius interns who have joined the staff full-time.
• Opportunity to network with all levels of the organization. Upon completion of the internship, interns present their accomplishments and experience to the Executive Team.
• Long-term career potential

If you're a motivated and eager-to-learn individual ready to jumpstart your career in manufacturing, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume detailing your interest and qualifications.

Radius Packaging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.