Plant Operations Intern — Hands-On, Paid Internship

KENT

Muscatine (IA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

KENT Nutrition in Muscatine, IA is offering a Summer 2027 Plant Operations Internship designed to apply classroom learning to real manufacturing challenges. You will support plant operations, participate in process improvement initiatives, and work on technical projects that boost efficiency, quality and performance alongside experienced professionals.

The role exposes you to engineering, maintenance, production, quality and safety teams; interns develop skills across multiple areas and gain

Qualifications

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Feed Science and Management, Mechanical, Industrial, Agricultural Engineering, or Agricultural Systems Technology.
Internship or co-op experiences in an operational environment are plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead and support process and equipment improvements enhancing safety, efficiency, and quality.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, maintenance, production, quality and operations.
Develop understanding of feed manufacturing processes and troubleshoot operational challenges.
Analyze downtime and performance data to identify improvements and partner with leadership to implement solutions.
Evaluate processes and conduct cost-saving analyses to boost efficiency and performance.
Assist in developing and promoting quality and safety procedures for a safe, high-performing environment.