Supply Chain Co-Op (Summer)

Make a +Difference at Kraton!

At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world.  We are looking to hire a key member of our Supply Chain team at our Jacksonville, Florida location. 

Key Responsibilities

The Supply Chain Co-op position exists as a developmental support position for our manufacturing operations teams. The position will be involved in day-to-day process and projects which will be defined at the beginning of the co-op rotation. Co-ops will be targeted at the sophomore and junior levels and will complete 2-3 rotations.

The key responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to the following:

• Define and complete 1-2 large projects within the rotation period.
• Gain knowledge of the Company's operations and provide technical support as needed.
• Participate in departmental team meetings.
• Create and deliver end of semester presentation/report to senior management and executive leadership.

Required Skills

• Keen focus on personal and physical safety.
• Operates with integrity.
• Courage to make tough decisions.
• Self-motivated and driven.
• Positive can-do attitude.
• Solid teamwork and leadership abilities.
• Capable of learning and applying knowledge and skills to the performance of analytical, engineering, and technical work.
• Communicates effectively (written and verbal).
• Influencing and facilitation skills. 
• Able to research and integrate new ideas into the business.
• Committed to completing the rotational program.
• Basic understanding and knowledge of manufacturing operations processes, procedures, and equipment.
• Must evidence effective business communication skills, (oral, written, instructional, and presentation).
• Must be a proficient user of Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Able to work off hours if needed/necessary.

Education, Certifications & Licenses

• Students seeking Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or other related field of study.
• A current undergraduate or graduate-level student pursuing a bachelor's with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
   

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The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification.  Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Kraton’s internal talent acquisition team manages our recruiting efforts and from time to time works with pre-selected/pre-approved external staffing agencies. We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruiters and/or agencies who are not pre-selected/pre-approved.

Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.