Corrugated Business Associate Lancaster, PA

About the Role

The Corrugated Business Associate is part of the GIFT (Generational Investment for Tomorrow) Program, a rotational training experience designed to develop recent college graduates into well-rounded employees and future leaders at PCA. This is a full-time, salaried position. The program lasts 10-12 months and focuses on sales development. Upon successful completion, the Associate will transition into a Sales Representative role.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely and communicate often with the assigned GIFT Mentor.
• Rotate through four main departments: Design, Production, Customer Service, and Sales.
• Complete assignments and projects within each department under supervisor instruction.
• Learn how plant departments work together.
• Identify issues and areas for improvement, presenting findings and solutions to supervisors and mentors.
• Attend and participate in GIFT program training conferences.
• Collaborate with other Corrugated Business Associates on projects.
• Follow company policies and procedures, sharing beneficial information and improving customer service delivery.
• Uphold PCA’s business philosophy of meeting and exceeding customer expectations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree required upon starting.
• Must obtain Bachelor’s degree between 12/2026 – 05/2027.
• Ability to start position between 05/2027 – 07/2027.
• Ability to travel as necessary; 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, and bend over as necessary.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Ability to learn quickly and apply new knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Leadership experience or strong leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to network and build relationships.
• Quick and concise decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Previous team work experience or understanding of team communication and information sharing.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Minimum of one Internship or Co-op, preferably in a related environment.
• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Sales, Marketing, Business Management or a related field.