Operations Engineering Intern, Spring 2027 - Scottsville, KY

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

Benefits offered by this job

Unique networking with leadership

Customized professional development

Networking events and intern socials

Competitive compensation with paid hol

Housing stipend for interns

Employee discounts at Company Store

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. in Scottsville, KY is seeking an Operations Engineering Intern to partner with plant technicians and salaried staff.

You will collect data, learn manufacturing processes, and help identify process improvements while managing projects from scope to verification. You will work on-site on the plant floor, coordinating with contractors and other resources, and communicating results through standard reports and documentation.

Qualifications

• Rising junior or senior in engineering; Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial preferred.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Must work in office and plant environment and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with technicians to identify process improvement areas and learn manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate activities of contractors and hourly technicians.
• Prepare standard reports to communicate results.
• Manage projects from scope to verification and closure.
• Collect and analyze data to drive improvements and communicate outcomes.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering major (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial)

Tools

MS Excel

Data visualization tools

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

Scottsville, 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

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

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*
• Employee discounts at our Company Store
• A housing stipend for interns relocating for the program

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

• 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.

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

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.