Summer OpEx Intern: Lean Six Sigma & Process Improvement

Elanco; Elwood (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Mentorship

Professional development

Networking events

Job summary

Elanco Internship Program is seeking a Summer 2027 Operational Excellence Intern for the Elwood, KS manufacturing plant. You will join the global OpEx team, delivering projects to improve manufacturing and quality efficiency using Lean Six Sigma and best practices.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, and cost/time optimization, with travel up to 10% to Indianapolis. Competitive pay of $20–$40/hour is offered for the summer period.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in engineering, science, or data analysis field.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and data analysis.
• Willingness to learn and interest in reviewing and improving processes, data and statistics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Lean Six Sigma methodologies and other best practices to drive OpEx initiatives.
• Work on projects focused on optimizing workflows, eliminating waste, and enhancing productivity.
• Utilize data analysis to establish process improvement methods.
• Investigate ideas for cost-savings and time management.
• Work within cross-functional teams to implement process improvements in a pharmaceutical space.

Skills

MS Office

Willingness to learn

Process data analysis

Education

Engineering, science, or data analysis field enrolled

Job description

Elanco Internship Program is seeking a Summer 2027 Operational Excellence Intern for the Elwood, KS manufacturing plant. You will join the global OpEx team, delivering projects to improve manufacturing and quality efficiency using Lean Six Sigma and best practices.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, and cost/time optimization, with travel up to 10% to Indianapolis. Competitive pay of $20–$40/hour is offered for the summer period.