Manufacturing Intern

Job Description

About Company

National Gypsum Company, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is a leading provider of reliable, high-performance building products. Since 1925, the company has been synonymous with quality, innovation, and exceptional customer service, marketing its products under the Gold Bond, ProForm, and PermaBASE brands. Their mission is to create “Building Products for a Better Future” through their offerings, resources, and services.

National Gypsum operates as a family of companies, fostering collaboration and open communication. This corporate family includes:
• NG Corporate, LLC
• National Gypsum Services Company (the hiring entity for this role)
• Gold Bond Building Products, LLC
• Gold Bond Canada, LLC
• ProForm Finishing Products, LLC
• PermaBASE Building Products, LLC
• Unifix Inc.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a tobacco-free policy at all its locations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. All companies within the National Gypsum family participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

Job Description: Manufacturing Intern (Summer Internship Program)

This is a highly motivated and enthusiastic Manufacturing Intern position for a summer internship program. The intern will gain hands-on experience across various manufacturing operations and receive valuable exposure to a dynamic manufacturing environment, fostering professional development.

Major Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Assisting with day-to-day manufacturing operations under professional guidance.
• Participating in production and manufacturing activities for practical experience.
• Collaborating with safety, quality, and production teams on concerns and opportunities.
• Working with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting process enhancements.
• Adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
• Documenting and analyzing data related to production, quality metrics, efficiency, and performance.
• Engaging in training sessions and workshops to expand knowledge of manufacturing processes, technologies, team growth, and leadership skills.
• Shadowing and learning problem-solving methods from various management roles or departments (e.g., Production, Quality, Maintenance or Engineering, Environmental & Safety, Human Resources) and performing hands-on learning activities as directed.
• Performing any other duties assigned by the reporting supervisor or manager.

Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in an Engineering, Business, or a Manufacturing-related field.
• Strong academic background with relevant coursework in manufacturing processes, operations management, or related disciplines.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and hourly associates and adapt to fast-paced manufacturing operations.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Travel may be required up to 10% per internship period.
• Physical ability to access all plant areas.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• This position is ineligible for hybrid work.

Compensation:
• A competitive hourly rate of $30.00.

Additional Information:
• The company is a COVID Vaccine Personal Choice Employer.
• Interested and qualified candidates should apply online.
• No phone calls or third-party recruiters, please.
• Only employment-ready applicants will be considered.