Operational Excellence Intern: Drive Efficiency & Growth

Knobelsdorff Enterprises; Goodhue Township (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

On-site in Goodhue, MN

Job summary

Knobelsdorff Enterprises in Goodhue, MN is seeking a results-driven professional to join the Operations Excellence team. The role focuses on driving continuous improvement, documenting standardized processes, and partnering with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions.

You will define and monitor KPIs, support change management, and contribute to achieving project goals across automation, electrical, energy, and power services. On-site position with travel as required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Strong organizational, detail-oriented, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; presentation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Ability to work in Goodhue, MN five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, quality, and reliability.
• Assist in documenting and refining standardized processes, SOPs, and playbooks.
• Partner with the teams to identify improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions.
• Define, track, and report key performance indicators related to operational excellence.
• Support change management initiatives and promote adoption of new processes and tools.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support project success and strategic goals.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written comm.

Presentation skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree pursuit in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Knobelsdorff Enterprises in Goodhue, MN is seeking a results-driven professional to join the Operations Excellence team. The role focuses on driving continuous improvement, documenting standardized processes, and partnering with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions.

You will define and monitor KPIs, support change management, and contribute to achieving project goals across automation, electrical, energy, and power services. On-site position with travel as required.