Manufacturing Systems Engineer Intern

Daisy Brand; Boone (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing/Expense Stipend

Consecutive Year Internships

Full Time Employment

Job summary

Daisy Brand is offering a Manufacturing Systems Engineer Internship at our facilities, including the future Boone, Iowa site. You will analyze processes, apply lean methods, and work on real projects under senior engineers, with an end-of-summer presentation and potential full-time opportunities after graduation.

Ideal candidates are engineering/science students who will complete 48 credit hours by May 2026, hold at least a 2.8 GPA, can relocate temporarily, and commit to 40 hours/week for 10

Qualifications

• Pursuing Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Food Engineering or related discipline.
• Completion of 48 credit hours by May 2026.
• Willingness to relocate temporarily and pursue after-graduation full-time.
• Minimum GPA 2.8.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing current manufacturing processes for improvements.
• Support lean manufacturing to boost efficiency.
• Participate in time studies, workflow analysis and process mapping.
• Work on engineering projects under guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist in project planning, scheduling and execution.
• Contribute to continuous improvement to reduce waste.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Continuous Improvement

Teamwork

Initiative

Multitasking

Leadership

Data Analysis

Education

Chemical Engineering

Biochemical Engineering

Food Engineering

Job description

ATTENTION: This job post is meant for Iowa State University student career fair participants only. Other applications will not be considered.

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Systems Engineer Internship offers sophomores and above the chance to gain real-world work experience with a leading sour cream company. We are actively seeking motivated students for internships at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Garland, Texas, and/or Wooster, Ohio. Additionally, Daisy is embarking on a new phase of growth, with the upcoming launch of our fourth plant in Boone, Iowa. Our objective is to provide technical work experience, identify top talent, and help with our pipeline of full-time employees after graduation. During their internship, participants will be assigned to a challenging project that benefits the student growth and Daisy Brand. As part of this experience, they will create an end-of-summer presentation. Additionally, interns will gain valuable insights into the systems, processes, and equipment necessary for producing sour cream and cottage cheese.

Key Responsibilities May Include

• Assist in analyzing current manufacturing processes and identifying areas for improvement.
• Support the development and implementation of lean manufacturing principles to enhance production efficiency.
• Participate in time studies, workflow analysis, and process mapping to optimize operations.
• Work on specific engineering projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste and increasing efficiency.

Qualifications

• Engineering/Science Students: Pursuing Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Food Engineering or related engineering / science discipline.
• Completion of 48 credit hours by May of 2026.
• Seeking well rounded interns. This could include extracurricular activities, work experience and/or volunteering.
• Preference of students interested in seeking employment within the food industry. We are looking to hire full-time after graduation upon successful completion of internships.
• Must be able to temporarily relocate for the internship.
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week for at least 10 weeks over the summer (will work with start and end dates as needed).
• Minimum GPA 2.8.

This Role Requires

• Bending, lifting and twisting.
• Long periods of walking and standing.
• Working in a variety of manufacturing conditions including noise requiring hearing protection and varying temperatures.
• Ability to lift up to 50lb occasionally.

Skills

• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Proficient in analyzing complex problems and applying practical solutions.
• Continuous Improvement and Statistical Aptitude: Passionate about enhancing processes and leveraging statistical insights.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work effectively within teams and help to make recommendations.
• Initiative and Independence: Thrives on taking ownership and tackling tasks.
• Prioritization and Multitasking: Skilled at balancing multiple priorities efficiently.
• Leadership Abilities: Exhibits leadership qualities in various contexts which could include class projects and extracurricular activities.
• Organizational and Data Proficiency: Strong organizational skills and adept at using data analysis tools for informed decision‑making.

Additional Information

• Competitive Pay starting at $25 per hour
• Housing/Expense Stipend to assist with temporary living expenses
• Opportunity for Consecutive Year Internships with progressive pay increase
• Opportunity for Full Time Employment, upon graduation

Company Overview And Full-Time Benefits Information

For five generations spanning over a century, Daisy Brand has been a family-owned company committed to providing the freshest, most wholesome dairy products. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas with manufacturing facilities in Garland, Texas (1998), Casa Grande, Arizona (2008), and Wooster, Ohio (2015).

Daisy is the market leader in two billion-dollar categories, sour cream and cottage cheese, and generates over half a billion in revenues annually. Daisy Sour Cream represents 1 out of every 2 sour cream purchases in the United States and is the largest sour cream brand in food service, military, and club. It is recognized by consumers for A Dollop of Daisy, a tagline that put this once small brand on the map. Daisy Cottage Cheese is America's #1 cottage cheese brand and continues to bring new consumers into the category with its innovative single-serve packaging and consistent high quality. Daisy recently expanded into a new category with the launch of two dip products and is in the process of expanding distribution.

Daisy's core values, Clean and Trust, resonate in all aspects of our business operations. In 2008, the Foundation for Financial Service Professionals awarded Daisy the prestigious American Business Ethics award.

While maintaining a strong culture of curious and innovative problem‑solvers, Daisy Brand has more than doubled employment over the last 15 years and is continuing to grow. Currently, we are proud to employ over 650 full-time staff across more than 25 states throughout the United States.

At Daisy Brand, we value longevity and aim to foster a working environment where employees can envision a long-term career. Companywide, the average employee tenure stands at over seven years. Our corporate office and sales team each boast an average tenure exceeding eleven years, while our manufacturing