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Pratt Industries, Inc.

La Vergne, TN (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 days ago (Updated 9 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/11/2026

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Job Description

SUMMARY:
The Summer Intern will be responsible for conducting product quality testing, analysis, providing accurate and concise reports in support of product development and quality assurance. The goal of the internship is for the intern to become educated on the processes within theplant, using the knowledge gained to improve the process and end product. You can expect a local champion to provide mentorship and guidance throughout the internship.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Follow safe practices at all timesPerform continuous assessment of product qualityAssist team to resolve operating problems with process, maintenance, and plant engineering supportConduct statistical studies for operation reviewUpdate and maintain Process Safety Information (PSI) such as P&ID's and PFD's, and Safe Operating Limit Documentation (SOL's)Must learn to quickly analyze dataAssist in writing standard operating procedures and training manualsProvide engineering support to other departments as neededPresent to the department periodically and at the end of the internshipAny additional duties as assigned.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Currently enrolled incollegeMust have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Must possess a spirit of curiosity and willingness to learn and grow.

Needs to be self-reliant, be self-directed, take initiative to move forward with ideas, be committed, and be able to work with and influence others.

Must be able to attend an Intern Summit at our corporate office in Atlanta, GA.Local candidates preferred.
LANGUAGE
SKILLS-The candidate must speak and write English at a college level.
MATHEMATICAL
SKILLS-The candidate must be able to understand and use simple conversions and algebraic formulas.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Manufacturing environment and will be subject to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, and loud noises.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, typing, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Very Heavy Work:
Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 10,000 highly skilled employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than a dozen states. The company operates three of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by "harvesting the urban forest."Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and paid holidays.

Pratt Industries provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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