Engineering Intern

WinCup
  • Georgia
    1 day ago

    Job Description

     
    WinCup is a food-service packaging company focused on providing our customers and consumers with the highest quality products, allowing them to enjoy the beverages and foods they love, whether at home or on the go. WinCup was established in 1962 and is now a leading manufacturer passionately transitioning into an innovative, technology-driven enterprise focused on creating superior products and brands directly addressing plastic pollution. WinCup is driven by our Vio biodegradable foam technology and our Phade line of PHA-based straws and stirrers, which are the only Marine Biodegradable, Home and Industrial Compostable straws and stirrers in the world.
    We are a diverse team and bound together by our shared Values. We value:
    • One Team
    • Performance Based; Rewards & Recognition Driven
    • Excellence in All We Do
    • Respectful and Engaged Leadership
    • Always Do the Right Thing
    WinCup offers our full-time team members great benefit choices for you and your family with most benefit eligibility 31 days after hire, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, accruing paid time off, short and long-term disability, EAP, 401(k) with a company match available after 60 days.  WinCup actively provides training and education assistance to develop employees.
    So, if working on fantastic brands through innovation that leaves a positive legacy for our environment is what you are passionate about - read on to see if you might be a fit with our growing team!
     
    Job Position:  Engineering Intern
    Job Location: Stone Mountain, GA
    Reports To: Director of Engineering
     
    Job Summary:  We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Intern to support our Engineering and Operations teams. This position offers hands-on experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, with exposure to engineering project management, quality assurance, product testing, safety, and process improvement.
    The intern will work alongside experienced engineers and plant personnel to evaluate manufacturing processes, analyze performance data, identify improvement opportunities, and manage assigned projects.
     
    Primary Responsibilities:
    • Engineering & Project Management: Support engineering initiatives and manage smaller projects, including equipment evaluations, capital improvements, machinery modifications, and process improvements. Coordinate resources, track schedules and costs, and communicate project progress.
    • Quality Assurance: Assist with quality reporting, investigate product and process issues, track corrective actions, and identify quality improvement opportunities.
    • Laboratory Testing: Conduct material and product testing, analyze results, and prepare technical reports documenting findings.
    • Safety & EHS: Support safety reporting, track incidents and corrective actions, and assist with identifying workplace safety improvements.
    • Data Analysis & Reporting: Collect and analyze manufacturing, quality, and operational data. Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management.
    • Process Improvement: Support initiatives to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, increase throughput, and optimize equipment performance.
    Competencies:
    • Project Management: Ability to organize tasks, manage priorities, coordinate activities, and follow projects through completion.
    • Technical Communication: Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and effectively communicate findings and recommendations.
    • Attention to Detail: Accuracy and consistency in laboratory testing, data collection, documentation, and reporting.
    • Initiative & Accountability: Self-motivated, proactive, and willing to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
    • Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and develop practical solutions to technical and operational challenges.
    • Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with engineering, quality, maintenance, and operations teams.
    • Adaptability: Willingness to learn and work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
    Job Requirements:
    • Must be able to work on-site at WinCup's Stone Mountain, GA facility at least 20 hours per week.
    • Must be comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment requiring appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and exposure to varying temperatures.
    Qualifications:
    • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
    • Junior or senior standing preferred.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
    • Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Minitab, or similar engineering software is a plus.
    • Previous manufacturing, laboratory, or internship experience is preferred but not required.
    What You'll Gain
    • Hands-on experience in high-volume manufacturing operations.
    • Exposure to engineering, quality, laboratory testing, and safety functions.
    • Opportunities to manage projects and implement measurable improvements.
    • Mentorship from experienced engineering and operations professionals.
    • Experience with modern manufacturing technologies and processes.
    • Potential opportunities for full-time employment upon graduation.
     
    The list of job requirements above is not intended to be exhaustive or all-inclusive. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.
    WinCup is an EEO/AA and E-Verify employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we complete background checks and drug tests to ensure the safety of our team-members in the workplace.
     
    Thank you for considering WinCup and making a difference!
     
     
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGeorgia
    Websitehttps://wincup.com/careers/

    Skills

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