About the role#
AJM Packaging Corporation is hiring an Engineering Operations Intern to work at our manufacturing facility in El Cajon, California. This is a full-time, paid, rolling internship. You will gain experience in machine rebuilds and project engineering through a hands-on program.
What you'll do#
- Learn and perform functions across the engineering operation of the facility.
- Shadow employees and work in areas ranging from production line tasks to machine maintenance and scheduling.
- Work directly with machinery to drive process improvements.
- Evaluate and improve the performance of full mechanic machines.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing practices, such as Kaizen and Root Cause Analysis.
- Review and apply GMP, ISO9001, and safety procedures.
What you'll need#
- You must be currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university.
Location & details#
- Location: El Cajon, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $19 to $22 per hour.
About AJM Packaging Corporation
AJM Packaging Corporation produces paper plates, bowls, cups, and bags. The company started in 1957 in Detroit. It remains a family-owned business today. Operations span eight manufacturing plants across the United States. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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