Position Overview
The Continuous Improvement Engineer Intern supports initiatives focused on enhancing operational performance, quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness across the organization. This role provides hands-on experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive sustainable process improvements.
Responsibilities
- Assist in identifying, analyzing, and implementing process improvement opportunities that improve productivity, quality, safety, and operational performance.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends, measure performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and value stream mapping activities to eliminate waste and optimize business processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to implement and sustain process improvements.
- Develop and maintain project documentation, process maps, standard work instructions, performance metrics, and reports while supporting root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
Qualifications
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills required. Experience with Microsoft Excel, data analysis tools, and Lean/Six Sigma concepts is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
Along with competitive pay, interns benefit from access to our on-site fitness center, a steel-toed shoe allowance, and the chance to gain valuable experience in a team-oriented workplace. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.
Company Overview
Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, WI, Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 5,000 team members and operates more than 40 facilities in 16 states. Green Bay Packaging is committed to innovative product development, sustainable forestry practices, and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information, visit gbp.com.
