Operations Intern

Valmont Industries; Nebraska; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Valmont Industries is seeking an Operations Intern in Valley, NE to support manufacturing and operations excellence initiatives. You will assist with data analysis, time studies, and Lean-based process improvements while collaborating with Operations, Quality, Engineering and Supply Chain teams.

You will gain hands-on exposure to Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and standard work documentation while learning Valmont’s manufacturing capabilities and leadership culture.

Qualifications

• Junior or senior standing in an Engineering, Operations Management, or Supply Chain degree.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Ability to commit 40 hours per week during the summer for on-site projects in Valley, Nebraska.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Observe and analyze production processes to identify efficiency and quality improvements.
• Conduct time studies and support operational improvement efforts.
• Work on Lean methodologies and factory efficiency from a manufacturing perspective.
• Assist with Visual Management of internal inventory locations and Kaizen activities.
• Document standard work, procedures, and process maps.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Engineering and Supply Chain teams.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-starter

Business acumen

Communication

Education

Engineering/Operations/Supply Chain degree (junior/senior)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Operations Intern### Operations InternApply: Omaha NE: Valley NE: Full time: Posted Today: R2932015000 Valmont Plaza Omaha Nebraska 68154***Why Valmont*****We’re Here to Move the World Forward.**Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a *Fortune* 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. *We are the modern workforce*. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.**Location:** Valley, NE **Start Date:** Spring or Summer 2027## A Brief Summary of This Position: The Operations Intern will support manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives by assisting with data analysis, process improvement projects, and day-to-day production support activities. Working closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams, this role will gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment while helping drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and productivity. The internship provides exposure to Lean manufacturing principles, performance metrics, and cross-functional collaboration, offering valuable insight into plant operations and leadership. Valmont’s internship program’s mission is to provide a hands-on learning experience through project work, leadership development, job shadowing and interaction with senior leadership. ## Essential Functions:* Observe and analyze production processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.* Conduct time studies and process observations to support operational improvement efforts.* Work on Lean methodology and efficiency from a manufacturing standpoint* Visual Management for internal inventory locations* Participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement activities.* Assist with identifying waste reduction opportunities in manufacturing and administrative processes.* Support implementation and follow-up of process improvement projects.* Document standard work, procedures, and process maps.* Acquire knowledge of operations management while learning more regarding Valmont’s manufacturing and strategic capabilities.* Receive guidance from Operations and Planning department* Get exposure to standardization of processes ## **What We’re Looking For:*** Junior or Senior standing within an Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain degree* A minimum 3.0 GPA* The ability to dedicate 40 hours a week in the summer for on-site projects in Valley, Nebraska* A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point* Self-starter* Business acumen* The ability to work well in a team environment* Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results **What You’ll Gain**:* Paid internship with meaningful, career-related work experience* Tuition assistance and other benefits available based on hours worked* Part-time during the academic year, full-time and flexible in the summer, with potential for a full-time position post-graduation* A supportive culture focused on learning and growth* Opportunities to collaborate with intern peers and company leadersWorking Environment and Physical Efforts:Work is typically performed in an office setting. The incumbent is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time. No travel requirements for this position. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer. The employee is occasionally required to move about the office. Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrists rests. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds in working with large files, binders, and computer equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.**Benefits**Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:* Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)* 401k retirement plan with company match* Paid time off* Employer paid life insurance* Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave* Work Life Support* Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year* Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and moreValmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [e-mail].