Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op/Intern (CMF)

Position Title:

Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op/Intern

Columbus Modified Fiber (CMF)

(Eligibility limited to previous Columbus Mechanical Engineering Co-Op Students)

Pay Rate:

$24.00-$30.50 / hr., based on prior experience

Category/Shift:

Co-Op / Intern

About The Role:

This position supports Global Cellulose Fibers’ Columbus Modified Fiber (CMF) facility, located in Columbus, Mississippi.  CMF is a vital part of GCF’s Business.  We are a converting operation that produces specialty fibers used in the production of diapers, filtration products, and other absorbent personal care products.

The following duties are typical of this position, but may not be all inclusive.  Each person is expected to help with whatever duties are required to ensure safety, operational excellence, and a cost-effective workplace.

• Industrial manufacturing-based role in which you will help troubleshoot & solve daily process or reliability problems, update work systems, procedures, mill process drawings; collect and analyze data; gather and test process samples; perform chemical tests in a lab; monitor processes; conduct process testing; and more.
• Safety leadership – awareness of safety hazards, willingness to intervene when a work condition or action is deemed unsafe, wear appropriate PPE, etc.
• Learn & use LEAN/Six Sigma systems and processes to solve complex issues
• Collaborate and interact with engineers, hourly team members, contractors, and managers
• Lead or work with teams on specific value-added projects for the mill, such as optimization or cost-reduction
• May manage contract workers
• Learn systems and tools for collecting, analyzing, and presenting data

About You: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working on a college degree (B.S.) in engineering / STEM major:  e.g., chemical, electrical, environmental, mechanical, paper science engineering preferred.  Grad date by August 2028.
  • Similar/related majors:  Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls, Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, etc. will also be considered.
• Desires to work in heavy manufacturing setting, around large equipment, where conditions may be hot or cold, loud, and dirty
• Safety-first mindset
• Learns on the fly, adapts in a highly dynamic environment, and effectively copes with and manages change
• Motivation to self-start, drive results, and perform well in a team setting
• An agile work ethic
• Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication (active listening, informing, timely, verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Applied solid organizational skills
• Exhibits leadership skills & experience (e.g., prior jobs or internships; projects; extracurricular campus activities, such as student associations, athletics, band, etc.)
• Displays eagerness to develop and hone skills necessary for career success
• Comfort with all levels of employees, including peers, engineers, contractors, hourly operators, and management
• Must have access to reliable transportation
• Open to potential conversion to full-time opportunities with GCF

About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF):

Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products.  Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness.  In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices.  Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.

Why GCF:

Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring, and inclusive workplaces.  We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.  These are our strengths.  We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day.  We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

Physical Location of Position: 

Columbus Modified Fiber

371 Manufacturers Drive (Industrial Park)

Columbus, MS  39701

662-243-6900

Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] or (833) 753-3242.