Corrugated Business Associate Northampton, MA

About the Role

The Corrugated Business Associate is part of the GIFT (Generational Investment for Tomorrow) Program, a rotational training experience for recent college graduates aiming to develop them into well-rounded employees and future leaders. This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits. The program lasts 10-12 months and focuses on sales development.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the assigned GIFT Mentor to stay on track and reinforce role goals.
• Rotate through four main departments at a corrugated plant: Design, Production, Customer Service, and Sales.
• Work on assignments and projects within departments under the instruction of the department supervisor.
• Learn how the main plant departments work together.
• Identify issues and areas for improvement, presenting findings and potential solutions to the department supervisor and GIFT Mentor.
• Attend and participate in GIFT program training conferences.
• Collaborate with other Corrugated Business Associates on projects.
• Understand and follow company policies and procedures.
• Share information that benefits team members and improves customer service delivery.
• Strive to meet and exceed customer expectations, supporting PCA’s Commitment to Service.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree required upon starting the position.
• Must obtain Bachelor’s degree between 12/2026 – 05/2027.
• Ability to start position between 05/2027 – 07/2027.
• Ability to travel as necessary and possess valid travel documents.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds.
• Capacity to stand and sit for long periods.
• Capability to squat, kneel, bend over as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one Internship or Co-op preferred, especially in an environment related to the GIFT position type.
• Bachelor’s degree in preferably Sales, Marketing, Business Management, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to learn quickly and put new knowledge into practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Leadership experience or strong leadership skills with the drive to lead others.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to network and build relationships.
• Quick and concise decision and problem-solving skills.
• Previous work experience as a member of a team, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting salary range: $70,000 - $80,000.
• Annual Bonus: Based upon individual contribution and overall company performance.
• Paid Vacation: Three (3) weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata vacation during the initial year of hire.
• Paid Holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage eligibility within the first 30 days.
• Automatic enrollment in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• Automatic enrollment in the 401k plan upon hire, with pre-tax and Roth options, and employer matching contributions.