On-Site Operations Engineering Intern: Process Improvement

The J.M. Smucker Company; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Company in Lexington, KY invites you to join our Operations Engineering Internship. You will work closely with plant technicians to identify process improvements, manage projects end-to-end, and document results for continuous manufacturing optimization.

You will collect and analyze data, develop actionable insights, and communicate outcomes to both hourly and salaried team members. This 100% on-site internship emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, and inclusive teamwork in a

Qualifications

• Rising junior or senior in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial)
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Able to work in both office and plant environment and follow safety procedures
• Demonstrated commitment to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity (DEI) in the workplace

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with plant technicians to identify process improvements on the shop floor
• Coordinate activities of contractors, hourly technicians and other resources
• Prepare standard reports and documentation to communicate results
• Manage projects from scope development through implementation, commissioning and verification
• Collect, analyze and use data to drive improvements while engaging with salaried staff and technicians

Skills

Problem solving

Data collection

Office & plant environment

Safety procedures

Inclusion & DEI

Education

Engineering student (Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Industrial)

Job description

The J.M. Smucker Company in Lexington, KY invites you to join our Operations Engineering Internship. You will work closely with plant technicians to identify process improvements, manage projects end-to-end, and document results for continuous manufacturing optimization.

You will collect and analyze data, develop actionable insights, and communicate outcomes to both hourly and salaried team members. This 100% on-site internship emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, and inclusive teamwork in a