Operations Engineering Intern, Spring 2027 - Lexington, KY

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

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Leadership networking

Professional development

Paid corporate holidays

Competitive compensation

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. in Lexington, KY is offering an Operations Engineering Intern position on-site.

You will work with plant technicians and engineers to learn manufacturing processes and identify improvements while supporting project management from initiation through verification. You will collect and analyze data, prepare standard reports, and help communicate results. Ideal candidates are engineering students (rising junior or senior) with a solid problem-solving mindset and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Rising junior or senior in engineering program.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
• Able to work in both office and plant environments with safety procedures.
• Passion for Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with plant technicians to identify process improvements.
• Coordinate contractors, hourly technicians, and other resources.
• Prepare standard reports documenting results.
• Manage projects from scope to verification.
• Collect and analyze data to drive improvements with operators and technicians.

Skills

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Engineering student

Job description

Your Opportunity as an Operations Engineering Intern

As an intern within Operations, you will work with operating technicians and salaried employees to collect data and learn the manufacturing process to create process improvement opportunities, complete and manage projects, and effectively document and communicate results.

Location: Lexington, KY

Work Arrangements: On-site, 100% in-person expectation

In This Role You Will

• Work closely with manufacturing technicians on the plant floor to develop process improvement areas and understand manufacturing processes
• Coordinate activities of contractors, hourly technicians, and other resources
• Prepare standard reports and documentation to communicate results
• Manage projects holistically from scope development, capital appropriation, implementation, commissioning, and verification
• Collect, analyze, and utilize data to execute improvements while interfacing with salaried employees and technicians to deliver effective initiatives

Minimum Requirements

What we are looking for:

• A rising junior or senior standing in school with requisite educational experience in engineering – Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial engineering is preferred.
• A well-rounded skill set including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Must be able to work in both an office and plant environment and comply with all safety procedures
• A passion to help in our Inclusion, Diversity & Equity journey – working toward a thriving community where everyone feels mutual respect, a sense of belonging and can express their whole selves

Why Choose the J.M. Smucker Company’s Internship Program?

Are You Seeking An Exceptional Internship Experience At a Fortune 500 Company? At Smucker, We Are Dedicated To Providing a World-class, Award-winning Internship That Offers You The Opportunity To

• Learn:Unlock your potential in a collaborative and supportive environment where you are treated like a true peer and challenged to be your best.
• Grow:Benefit from hands-on training with a dedicated mentor and connect with peers and leaders throughout the company.
• Lead:Contribute to high-profile projects that support our Company’s growing categories like snacks, coffee and pet food.

Additional Perks

• Unique opportunities to network and interact with company leadership
• Customized professional development sessions
• Networking events and social outings with fellow interns
• A competitive compensation package, including paid corporate holidays
• Compensation range: $22 - $27/hr
• Actual hourly rate is determined based upon the year of college that will be completed at the start of the internship*
• A housing stipend for interns relocating for the program

Experience an internship where you can learn, grow, and lead — all while being part of something special at Smucker.

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

Stay connected with us on LinkedIn

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

Stay connected with us on LinkedIn

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.