Thursday, February 21, 2013

Paper Industry UG internship - Summerville, NC



Voith Paper is a division of the Voith Group and the leading partner to and pioneer in the paper industry. Through constant innovations, Voith Paper is optimizing the paper manufacturing process, focusing on developing re-source-saving products to reduce the use of energy, water, and fibers.


Polymer Scientist - Intern
EOE - Employment at Will

Tasks & responsibilities
×          Lead product development activities of thermoplastic monofilaments for Paper Machine Clothing (PMC) applications.
×          Provide problem solving expertise to find solutions.
×          Assigned a project that can be completed during the internship.
×          Develop and implement new testing procedures.
×          Lead trials on pilot line and production extruders.
×          Work with a mentor from the R&D group.

Candidate requirements
×          Undergraduate student working toward their degree in one of the following areas: Polymer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Textile Engineering or equivalent.
×          Knowledge of polymers and extrusion, experience with monofilaments is a plus.
×          Strong interpersonal and communication skills, great problem solving and data analysis skills, creative, self-driven, and able to work with a team.
×          Good problem solving and data analysis skills.
×          Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
×          Experience with Windows applications including Microsoft Office.

 
Syn Strand Inc.
Talent Acquisition Voith Paper
Deming Way 215
29483 Summerville
252-265-4387
Ref.No. NA400
www.voith.com