Manufacturing Leadership Graduate Development Program

The Plastipak Manufacturing Leadership Program is an immersive rotational program for new or recent Engineering grads seeking to accelerate their professional path to a leadership role in the manufacturing industry. 

PROGRAM STRUCTURE:

Three (3) US manufacturing plant locations*, rotating annually

Senior leader mentor

Leadership training & development through our Plastipak Academy

End-of-rotation presentations

Consistent feedback & support

Exposure to all facets of our business

Year 1 – Location A

Hands-on production operations experience

Quality or TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) Engineer experience

Project ownership

Year 2 – Location B

Logistics/Scheduling or Warehouse Leadership experience

Project ownership

2-week immersion at R&D centers

Year 3 – Location C

Tailored experience to support your career objective & prepare for your post-program placement

REQUIREMENTS:

Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:  Engineering, Supply Chain, Packaging Science, Industrial Operations & expected graduation date of December 2024 or Spring 2025

  OR earned degree any time after Spring 2023

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Able to be located at any of our US plant locations & relocate for each subsequent yearly rotation (relocation assistance provided)

Demonstrated leadership through extra-curricular, service or professional groups

Previous work or internship experience in a manufacturing setting

Eligible to work in the United State without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

*View our US locations: https://tinyurl.com/4rxxmdrh