Title:  Safety / Quality Intern

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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. 

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Safety/Quality Intern to join our team at our manufacturing plant. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in safety and quality management within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about safety and quality, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality packaging solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with safety inspections and audits to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support the implementation of safety programs and initiatives to promote a safe working environment.
• Help maintain and update safety and quality documentation and records.
• Participate in quality control processes, including product inspections and testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address safety and quality issues.
• Provide administrative support to the safety and quality teams as needed.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• A proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn.

What We Offer:

• Hands-on experience in a leading packaging company.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced safety and quality professionals.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Exposure to various safety and quality management practices.

Applicants will be accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

This role is incentive plan eligible.  Additional information will be shared during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, past experience, job duties, geography, and business need, among other things.

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.

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