Chemical Engineering Intern

POSITION SUMMARY

The Chemical Engineering Intern will be assigned a variety of projects to support Manufacturing, as well as provide developmental opportunities for the Engineering Intern during the Summer 2024, including Research & Development and Environmental Health & Safety. The Chemical Engineering Intern will interface with internal personnel in the plant and office, and some external suppliers, contractors, etc. as needed.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in the production, planning, and scheduling of final product. Assess and resolve operational issues through hands on experience. Use data analysis tools and presentation tools to efficiently communicate experimental design, results, and conclusions to internal cross-functional technical teams. Work with Operations to improve efficiency, process development, write work instructions and help define and translate customer requirements to the shop floor. Process development, improvement, and documentation. Analyze current operating performance and standard operating procedures and make recommendations for improvement. Additional activities may be assigned based on current requirements and Intern development.

EDEUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE

Candidates must be a full-time student actively enrolled in an accredited two-year or four-year college/university program pursuing a Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Candidate must be authorized to work in the US. Plastics processing equipment experience and/or familiarity with various analytical equipment (Cast film extrusion, refractometer, FTIR, SEM, microscopy, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to work 40 hours per week. Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point). Strong verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills required. Knowledge of PIDs. Basic AutoCAD software knowledge may be required for some positions. Strong Organizational, Technical, and Communication Skills. Ability to interface with various levels of staff from office personnel, management to production employees. Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a team environment. Ability to successfully prioritize and work multiple tasks concurrently. Ability to learn new processes and systems.