Human Resources Co-op
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Job Description
About Packaging Corporation of America (PCA):
Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a Fortune 500 company and an ideas and solutions provider. Their business is divided into two main areas: corrugated packaging and white paper. The corrugated packaging business focuses on helping customers (both large and small) package, transport, and display their products. The white paper business emphasizes customer service and operational excellence, delivering what they call “Paper With Purpose”. PCA employs approximately 15,000 team members across more than 100 locations in the United States, prioritizing local customer needs. Their mission is to exceed customer expectations in terms of product performance and environmental responsibility.
Job Description: Human Resources Co-op (Fall 2024 & Spring 2025) – Valdosta, GA Paper Mill
This co-op position offers assistance in the overall human resources function at PCA’s Valdosta, GA paper mill, under the guidance of the Human Resources Management Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for various HR tasks, requiring the ability to manage multiple requests simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities: While not explicitly listed, the responsibilities are implied through the required skills and abilities. These would likely include supporting recruitment efforts, assisting with employee relations matters, contributing to training and development initiatives, and potentially participating in HR projects. The specifics would be defined by the HR Management Team.
Basic Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled university student in good standing.
• Major in Human Resource Management or a related HR program.
• Demonstrated interest in a career in pulp and paper manufacturing HR.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Must pass a drug screen.
• Eligible to work in the US on a full-time basis.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Strong ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent multitasking skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
• Capacity for independent decision-making, creative problem-solving, and adapting to ambiguity and change.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical documents (correspondence, memos, instructions, and reports).
Pay & Benefits:
• Hourly rate based on class standing: $28.00/hr (Seniors), $27.00/hr (Juniors), $26.00/hr (Sophomores), $25.00/hr (Freshmen).
• $1000.00 monthly housing stipend (if living >50 miles from the facility).
• 1.5x pay for hours exceeding 40 per week.
• Relocation reimbursement.
• Medical insurance (if eligible).
• 401k with company matching.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Educational assistance program.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Vacation time.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Application Instructions:
All qualified applicants must apply through Careers.packagingcorp.com. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
