Food Planning & Scheduling Internship

Colony Brands Inc.; Monroe (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Health insurance

Training and development

R. Kubly Foundation tuition support

Job summary

Colony Brands Inc. invites applications for a Food Planning & Scheduling Internship in Monroe, Wisconsin.

The program runs January through August 2027 and provides hands-on experience in inventory planning, production scheduling, and business analytics within a dynamic food manufacturing setting. You will work with Food Planners and cross-functional teams to document processes, improve scheduling, and build dashboards that support data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Collaborative and detail-oriented student who enjoys using data to solve problems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Document best practices with Food Planners and update work instructions.
• Help production scheduling to meet Build Plan targets while balancing priorities and inventory needs.
• Collaborate across departments and participate in production meetings to monitor schedules and resolve shortages.
• Update planning parameters, item settings, substitutions, and manufacturing orders for ERP execution.
• Analyze planning and inventory data and develop dashboards for actionable insights.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Food Planning & Scheduling Internship

Monroe

Wisconsin

Job Description

The Food Planning & Scheduling Internship will begin in January and end in August 2027.

What You\'ll Do and Learn

Help bring food products from plan to production as a Food Planning & Scheduling Intern at Colony Brands! Gain hands-on experience in inventory planning, production scheduling, and business analytics while supporting the Fall 2027 Inventory Build Plan.

Work alongside experienced planners and cross-functional teams to improve processes, coordinate schedules, and develop dashboards that support data-driven decisions-all while building practical supply chain and operations skills in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. You\'ll also be responsible for:

• Partnering with Food Planners to document best practices, update work instructions, and identify process improvements.


• Supporting production scheduling to meet Build Plan targets while balancing priorities, capacity, inventory needs, and shelf-life risks.


• Collaborating across departments and participating in production meetings to monitor schedules, resolve shortages and delays, and support order fulfillment.


• Updating approved planning parameters, item settings, substitutions, and manufacturing orders to support accurate planning and ERP execution.


• Analyzing planning and inventory data and developing or enhancing dashboards to provide actionable business insights.

Qualifications

This internship is a strong fit for a collaborative and detail-oriented student who enjoys using data to solve problems and has an interest in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, or continuous improvement. Ideally you will be working towards a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Business Administration, or a related field. In addition, you must have:

• At least Junior standing; recent graduates are encouraged to apply


• A cumulative GPA of 2.80 or higher


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

This position is not eligible for remote work and would require you to work onsite in Monroe, WI for the duration of your internship.

Note: We do not offer sponsorship for any position at this time.

About Us

Welcome to Colony Brands! As one of North\'s largest multi-channel, direct-marketing companies, we take pride in our diverse portfolio of affiliates, brands, and products. Despite our growth over the last century, we remain true to our roots as a private, customer-focused business based in Monroe, WI. Stability is just one aspect of our culture. What truly defines us is our commitment to our Core Values, fostering employee growth, and creating a better place to live and work. We are dedicated to supporting the communities we serve and offer a wide range of benefits and programs to enhance the well-being of our employees.

Benefits Details

• Paid Opportunities - This is a paid opportunity to explore your career! All Interns are paid a competitive wage for their field.


• Employee Discounts - Our employee sales program offers employee discounts on items ordered from our fine catalogs and selected Outlet Store. Discounts range from 45% to 50% off.


• Time Off - We all need a little down time and all Interns enjoy paid time off during their internship.


• Health Club Membership - Take advantage of a FREE membership at the local YMCAs with full membership reimbursements.


• Health Insurance - Interns are offered Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance


• Business Casual Dress Code - Jeans are allowed year-round!


• Performance Updates - We provide interns with useful feedback regarding their performance throughout their internship. A formal mid-performance appraisal and final appraisal will be given.


• Training - Colony Brands provides all interns with the necessary hands-on training to make their internship experience successful.


• R. Kubly Family Foundation - The foundation will pay for your graduate or professional schooling in return for a commitment to live and work in Monroe, WI after you graduate. Visit www.rkublyfamilyfoundation.org for more details

Job Category

Supply Chain

Employment Type

Internship