Intern Technical US

Refresco•Greer, SC

7h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 3-6 Month Internship Only; Day Shift. Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Requirements

Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.
Interest in beverage manufacturing and industrial operations.
Ability to support process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
Ability to work in a hands-on environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Follow all safety procedures, company policies, and regulatory requirements while on-site.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts)
Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
Functions will vary based on department placement but may include: Operations: Support daily production activities, assist in process improvements, and learn about high-speed manufacturing efficiency. Maintenance: Assist with equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and asset reliability projects. Quality Assurance: Support quality control testing, data collection, and compliance with food safety standards. Engineering: Assist with process optimization, equipment design modifications, and efficiency improvements. Support capital projects, data analysis, and troubleshooting to enhance manufacturing performance and reliability.
Learning and developing people skills with an understanding of business acumen within a manufacturing facility.
Manage a single assigned “project” that supports continuous improvement efforts.
Comply with all safety regulations and company policies.
Maintain documentation, reports, and logs relevant to the internship function.
Shadow experienced professionals and gain exposure to best practices in beverage manufacturing.