Operations & Supply Chain Intern: Data-Driven Summer

Zurn Elkay (Elkay Manufacturing); Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation invites you to apply for the Operations & Supply Chain Intern - Summer 2027. This hands-on program focuses on material flow, 5S, and analytics to improve efficiency and inventory management in a manufacturing setting.

Interns will run reports, share analyses, and contribute to operational improvements while benefiting from networking events, coaching, and a real-work experience rather than routine tasks.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a major in supply chain, operations management, or related field.
• GPA of 3.0 or above required.
• Available to work 40 hours per week during the summer.
• Efficient and detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with material flow studies to improve moving materials through the facility.
• Collect and analyze operational and supply chain data using Excel and reporting tools.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track inventory, productivity, and KPIs.
• Support inventory accuracy initiatives, cycle counts, and warehouse improvements.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, and production teams to implement process changes.
• Support 5S projects, create visual controls, and participate in workplace audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Education

GPA 3.0+

Pursuing related field (Supply Chain / Operations)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation invites you to apply for the Operations & Supply Chain Intern - Summer 2027. This hands-on program focuses on material flow, 5S, and analytics to improve efficiency and inventory management in a manufacturing setting.

Interns will run reports, share analyses, and contribute to operational improvements while benefiting from networking events, coaching, and a real-work experience rather than routine tasks.