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Co-Op and Internship Opportunities

 
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Position Information

 

 
Position Title
7 Positions Available: Time Slots Available:
  • Quality/10 Paper Machine 
  • #12 Paper Machine
  • #23/24 Paper Machines
  • Pulp Mill
  • Utilities
  • Environmental
  • Product Development
Spring (Jan ’08 – May ’08)
Summer (May ’08 – Aug. ’08)
Fall (Aug. ’08 – Dec. ’08)

 

Location

Chillicothe, Ohio (1 hour south of Columbus and 1.5 hours northeast of Cincinnati)

 
Position Responsibilities
  • Approximately 50%-75% of the work will be project related rather than day to day tasks.
  • Involvement in DRIVE cost reduction teams.
  • Running and assisting in product development trials.
  • Data collection and analysis by computer-based programs to monitor quality and resolve customer complaints.
  • Assist in chemical and/or process improvement trial coverage and data analysis.
  • Working closely with Quality, Technical Service, and Production personnel, along with other co-ops, to troubleshoot production issues and improve cost efficiency.
  • Monitor mill processes for emissions and work on EPA reporting and permitting (Environmental only)
  • Assist in the execution of pilot coating and calendaring trials and printing evaluations of experimental products. This will include ordering and handling of coating raw materials and coating make-down.
 
Position Requriments
  • Sophomore or higher level in Paper Science and Engineering Program or Chemical Engineering Program.
  • Prior experience preferred, but not required.
  • GPA of 2.5 or higher.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (required) and PI (preferred, but not required).
  • Self-motivated and ability to work well in team environments.
 
Special Notes
Expression of interest sign-up form

 

Contact Person
Mike Leesburg
Technical Service Engineer
 
Contact Address

401 S. Paint Street P.O. Box 2500
Chillicothe, OH 45601
mleesburg@glatfelter.com
Tel.: (740) 772-0845
Fax: (740) 772-0153

 
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