Manufacturing Planning Intern

Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs offers an internship/co-op program in West Chester, OH, providing hands-on experience in manufacturing planning and data-driven decision making. Interns work closely with engineering, operations, and sales leaders to develop schedules and improve delivery performance.

Responsibilities include building schedules, managing WIP, and automating reports using Excel and SQL Server, with exposure to forecasting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a BS program in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• Sophomore year completed by summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Build production schedules to support on-time delivery.
• Manage work-in-progress inventories.
• Coordinate with Sales, Operations, and Accounting on planning and expediting orders.
• Use Excel and SQL Server to retrieve, filter, and validate data.
• Generate standard daily/weekly/monthly reports.
• Provide data-driven insights and propose actions.
• Support monthly and annual production forecast planning.
• Automate repetitive Excel tasks and maintain automated reports.
• Assist with company-wide delivery improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Excel

SQL Server

Data analysis

Scheduling

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain (enrolled)

Tools

SQL Server Management Studio

Microsoft Excel

Reporting Tools

Job description

Location: West Chester, OH

Cleveland-Cliffs takes pride in offering a variety of opportunities for students and new graduates who have an interest in the steel industry and a passion for innovation and sustainability. We offer a best-in-class internship program in the industry and partner with many universities to provide co-op opportunities. Working beside industry-leading engineering and operational leaders, our interns/co-ops will create meaningful solutions to real-world problems. As an intern/co-op with Cleveland-Cliffs, you will build life-long professional connections and have the opportunity to be considered for future full-time employment. As a Manufacturing Planning Analyst Intern at Cleveland-Cliffs, the projects assigned will vary based on the intern’s education level and plant location, but will generally reflect the duties outlined below.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Building production schedules to support customer delivery expectations
• Management of WIP inventories
• Work closely with Sales, Operations management, and accounting in the planning/scheduling of operating units and expediting of customer orders
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio to find, retrieve, filter, and validate data
• Populate and issue standard daily/weekly/monthly reporting
• Provide analysis from various aspects of the operation that can take extreme detail, and create a story with themes that clearly show issues and required actions
• Support the monthly and annual production forecast planning process
• Automate work currently done manually in Excel and utilize the task scheduler application to maintain existing automated reports
• Support the company-wide delivery improvement initiative
• Various other duties as needed to support the business

Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Cleveland-Cliffs is a leading North America-based steel producer with focus on value-added sheet products, particularly for the automotive industry. The Company is vertically integrated from the mining of iron ore, production of pellets and direct reduced iron, and processing of ferrous scrap through primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package, including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment. Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest flat-rolled steel producer in North America. Founded in 1847 as a mine operator, Cliffs is also the largest manufacturer of iron ore pellets in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. As a team of more than 30,000 people, we proudly serve a diverse range of markets and are the largest steel supplier to the automotive industry in North America. Built on a strong safety and environmental stewardship legacy, we operate responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future. With ongoing initiatives to reduce waste, improve water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions, we promise to become North America’s leader in steelmaking and mining sustainability. Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high-performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines. Whether in the field or office, Cleveland Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential. Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment. A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work-life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrollment in Bachelor of Science program in the field of Supply Chain, Business, or another Business-related field
• Completion of sophomore year of study by the summer of 2027