Summer Operations Management Intern - Manufacturing

KLN Family Brands; Perham (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

KLN Family Brands/Tuffy's Pet Foods in Perham, MN is seeking an Operations Management Intern for the summer of 2027. You will work closely with the Production Manager and the operations team to gain hands-on experience in the production process from start to finish.

Responsibilities include analyzing production lines to identify bottlenecks, proposing workflow layouts to improve efficiency, and evaluating OEE to identify opportunities for equipment improvements.

Qualifications

• At least a Junior in college pursuing a degree in Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• The ability to dedicate 10–12 weeks to the internship program for the summer of 2027.
• The ability to work on-site at our Perham, MN facility for the summer.

Responsibilities

• As an Operations Management Intern, you’ll work closely with the Production Manager and the entire operations team.
• Gain hands-on experience in the production area to develop an understanding of the process from start to finish.
• Projects may include analyzing production lines to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement, proposing workflow layouts, and evaluating OEE to identify opportunities for equipment and process improvements.

Skills

Teamwork and leadership

Oral and written communication

Analytical thinking

Goal setting and KPI measurement

Education

Operations Management / Manufacturing Engineering (Junior)

Job description

KLN Family Brands/Tuffy's Pet Foods in Perham, MN is seeking an Operations Management Intern for the summer of 2027. You will work closely with the Production Manager and the operations team to gain hands-on experience in the production process from start to finish.

Responsibilities include analyzing production lines to identify bottlenecks, proposing workflow layouts to improve efficiency, and evaluating OEE to identify opportunities for equipment improvements.