Process Improvement Engineer Intern - Summer 2026
Company: SOUTHERN CHAMPION TRAY LLC
Location: Chattanooga
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description All jobs at Southern Champion
Tray (SCT) require Team members to act in accordance with the
shared Core Values and Operating principles of the company as they
perform specific job functions. These include: • Trustworthy – We
strive for our actions to match our words in all our relationships.
• Servant – Hearted – We enable and empower our team to serve the
needs of customers, Team members, suppliers, and the community. •
Relational – We aim to build healthy relationships while fostering
an environment that promotes compassion, balance, and personal and
professional growth. • Resourcefu l – We value strategic
insourcing, first looking to create solutions internally, and then
looking to apply that knowledge to future opportunities. Position
Summary The Process Improvement Engineer will be responsible for
analyzing, designing, and implementing standard workflows to
improve production efficiency and quality. The primary focus of
this role is the professionalization of our operations through the
creation of robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and
comprehensive Process Mapping. This individual will act as a bridge
between leadership strategy and floor-level execution, ensuring
that our growth is supported by scalable, documented systems.
Process Mapping & Analysis Conduct thorough "as-is" process
observations to document current workflows across all departments.
Develop "to-be" process maps that eliminate bottlenecks, reduce
waste, and improve throughput. Utilize flowcharts and value stream
mapping to visualize material and information flow. SOP Development
& Documentation Author clear, concise, and highly visual Standard
Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all critical production and quality
tasks. Establish a centralized documentation control system to
ensure all staff are using the most current versions of procedures.
Translate complex technical requirements into user-friendly work
instructions for operators. Implementation & Training Partner with
department leads to roll out new procedures on the production
floor. Develop training materials and conduct "train-the-trainer"
sessions to ensure standardized adoption of new workflows. Perform
regular process audits to ensure compliance with established SOPs.
As well as some recommended qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s
Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a
related field. Experience: 0-2 years in a manufacturing or
production environment focusing on process optimization. Technical
Skills: Proficiency in process mapping software (Visio, Miro, or
similar) and advanced Microsoft Office skills. Methodology:
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Total Quality
Management (TQM) principles is a plus. Preferred Attributes
Excellent technical writing and communication skills. Ability to
collaborate with diverse teams, from floor operators to executive
leadership. High attention to detail and a "boots-on-the-ground"
approach to problem-solving.
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