Industrial Performance Intern

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindt USA invites current undergraduates and graduates to a twelve-week Lindtternship in Stratham, NH. You will support the Industrial Performance Department, gaining hands-on experience in process optimization, data analysis, and leadership while mentored by senior engineers.

You will learn Lean, Six Sigma, LPW practices, collaborate across functions, and contribute to cost-saving and efficiency projects. A strong analytical mindset and teamwork are essential, with opportunities to develop

Qualifications

• Be a Junior or Senior enrolled in an accredited University program pursuing engineering, or operations management program.
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, PowerBi, Enterprise Software).

Responsibilities

• Support TPM Program Lindt Performance Way (LPW).
• Assist Continuous Improvement Engineer by participating in continuous improvement activities.
• Help improvement teams launch, data analysis, and problem solving events.
• Support improvement teams and projects utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM techniques.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather insights for improvement projects.
• Develop training materials and help deliver training to ensure LPW goals are met.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Data analysis

Education

Junior or Senior in engineering or operations management

Tools

Excel

PowerBi

Enterprise Software

Job description

Who We Are At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.

Position Purpose

You will play a critical role in supporting the Industrial Performance Department and contributing to the continuous improvement initiatives within Lindt USA. This internship will provide a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in process optimization, data analysis, problem solving, leadership, and working closely with all supporting departments and stakeholders.

What To Expect as a Lindtern

Our twelve-week Lindternship program offers hands‑on experience allowing undergraduate and graduate students to gain practical skills and contribute to projects that directly impact our business. During the summer, interns will be paired with a mentor, attend professional career development workshops/sessions and attend networking events to meet additional team members.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Program Lindt Performance Way (LPW)
• Assist Continuous Improvement Engineer by participating in continuous improvement activities.
• This includes helping improvement teams launch, data analysis, and assisting with problem solving events.
• Support improvement teams and projects utilizing a suite of continuous improvement techniques (Lean, Six Sigma, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
• Support Industrial Engineering Initiatives
• Cost saving initiatives.
• Labor and Material analysis
• Changeover improvement
• Data Analytics and visualization
• Process improvements
• Problem identification and resolution
• Participate and lead improvement activities (Kaizens).
• Work with and train team members to identify problems, follow steps to implement actions, and improve processes to ensure no recurrences of the problem.
• Assist with improvement teams and initiatives to streamline process(es) and reduce losses (i.e. downtime, waste, rework, etc.).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Training
• Collaborate with various departments and teams to gather insights and input as part of improvement projects.
• Act as a liaison between different stakeholders to ensure alignment and success of continuous improvement efforts.
• Develop training materials and help deliver training to further ensure production goals are met through the LPW process.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience

Willingness to learn and help deliver premium results to our LPW Process

Preferred

Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodology.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Detail - oriented with a focus on process optimization and data analysis.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, PowerBi, Enterprise Software)
• Desire to learn and contribute to continuous improvement.

Education

Be a Junior or Senior enrolled in an accredited University program perusing engineering, or operations management program

Applicants

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. The company will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

Salary & Compensation

Lindt USA's salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job‑related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package.

Equal Opportunity

Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.

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