Corrugated Business Associate Marshfield, WI

About the Role

The Corrugated Business Associate is part of the GIFT (Generational Investment for Tomorrow) Program, designed for recent college graduates. This full-time, salaried position offers a rotational training experience with the goal of developing participants into well-rounded employees and future leaders at Packaging Corporation of America (PCA).

GIFT Program Overview

The GIFT Program is a comprehensive rotational training program lasting 10-12 months. It provides recent college graduates with experience in major departments of a corrugated box plant and a broad understanding of the corrugated packaging industry. The program focuses on sales development and includes rotations in Design, Production, Customer Service, and Sales. It also features group conferences for networking and professional training. Upon successful completion, associates transition into a Sales Representative role.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with assigned GIFT Mentor for guidance and to reinforce role goals.
• Rotate through four main departments at a corrugated plant: Design, Production, Customer Service, and Sales.
• Complete assignments and projects within assigned departments under supervisor instruction.
• Learn how plant departments collaborate.
• Identify potential 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.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Share information that benefits the team.
• Seek ways to improve customer service delivery.
• Support PCA’s business philosophy of meeting and exceeding customer expectations, focusing on strategies that add value and growth.

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.
• Must be able 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.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one Internship or Co-op is preferred, especially in a related field.
• Preferred degree fields: Sales, Marketing, Business Management, or a related field.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply new knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Leadership experience or strong leadership skills with a drive to lead others.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to network and build relationships.
• Quick and concise decision and problem-solving skills.
• Previous team work experience or a strong understanding of open communication and information sharing.