Mill Operations Intern - 2027

The Mennel Milling Company; Fostoria (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Hands-on project ownership

Opportunities to present to leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Relocation stipend for eligible intern

Competitive compensation

Team events

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Mennel Milling Company is seeking a Milling Operations Intern for the summer. Positions are available in Fostoria, Toledo, and Roanoke, VA, with a standard 8 AM–5 PM schedule that may vary by location.

This internship provides real-world engineering exposure within a fully integrated flour milling operation. Interns will work alongside experienced leaders in food manufacturing, gaining insights into flour milling, grain handling, packaging, QA, food safety, maintenance and supply chain

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Milling Science, Grain Science, Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business or related field.
• Strong interest in food manufacturing or milling industry.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for training or project support.

Responsibilities

• Observe and learn daily operations of flour milling, grain elevator, packaging, maintenance, QA, and sanitation.
• Collaborate with team members across the organization to understand roles and responsibilities.
• Learn the flow of raw materials and finished products from grain receiving to finished product.
• Assist with projects related to production, process improvement, maintenance, QA, food safety and efficiency.
• Participate in daily and weekly production, safety, and operational meetings.

Skills

Curiosity

Teamwork

Detail orientation

Willingness to travel

Education

Pursuing degree in Agriculture or related field

Job description

Milling Operations Intern – Join Our Team!

Location(s) Available: Fostoria, Ohio; Toledo, Ohio; Roanoke, Virgina;

Schedule: This is a temporary Internship Opportunity. Internship Cycles are available during the summer months. 8AM-5PM, may vary, depending on location.

Flip Your Career with Mennel!

At Mennel Milling, we’ve been feeding the world since 1886 by doing what’s right and bringing our best every day through teamwork and excellence. If you're looking to gain real-world engineering experience while making a meaningful impact in food manufacturing, this is your chance.

What You’ll Do

Our Milling Operations Internship offers students a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within a fully integrated flour milling operation while working alongside experienced leaders in the food manufacturing industry.

This internship is designed to provide meaningful exposure to flour milling, grain handling, packaging operations, quality assurance, food safety, maintenance, and supply chain management. Interns will spend time in both office and plant environments, gaining firsthand insight into how products move from grain receiving to finished product while contributing to projects that support operational excellence and long-term growth.

Whether you're exploring a career in food manufacturing, agriculture, operations, or supply chain management, this internship will provide valuable real-world experience and professional development opportunities.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Observe and learn the daily operations of various facility departments, including flour milling, grain elevator, packaging, maintenance, quality assurance, and sanitation.
• Collaborate with and learn from team members across the organization, including plant leadership, to gain an understanding of their roles and responsibilities.
• Learn the flow of raw materials and finished products throughout the operation, including grain receiving, cleaning, milling, flour transfer, packaging, storage, and distribution.
• Assist with projects and initiatives related to production, process improvement, maintenance, quality assurance, food safety, sanitation, and operational efficiency.
• Gain an understanding of how products are produced and how departments work together to serve customers and support business goals.
• Develop knowledge of the end-to-end supply chain and the factors required to operate a successful manufacturing business.
• Learn the key inputs, outputs, performance measures, and operational challenges of a flour milling facility.
• Participate in daily and weekly production, safety, and operational meetings.
• Engage actively in a learning-focused environment by asking questions, seeking feedback, and taking initiative.

What We're Looking For

• Currently pursuing a degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Milling Science, Grain Science, Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career within the food manufacturing, agriculture, or milling industry.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong curiosity and desire to gain knowledge from experienced industry professionals.
• Initiative to participate, communicate effectively, and ask thoughtful questions.
• Strong attention to detail, integrity, dependability, and work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for training, vendor visits, or project support.

Mennel's Internship Experience

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and career growth:
• Mentorship from experience engineers and projects leaders
• Hands-on project ownership and real business impact
• Opportunities to present recommendations to leadership
• Cross-functional collaboration and networking opportunities
• Competitive compensation
• Team events and professional development opportunities
• Relocation stipend for eligible interns

Join us and discover how a career in food manufacturing can make a lasting impact.