Operations Intern

Hexpol•Burton, OH

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Intern will work directly with the General Manager and site leadership to gain hands-on exposure to all functional areas of plant operations. This internship is designed to provide a holistic view of how a manufacturing business operates, with opportunities to learn across departments including safety, engineering, scheduling, purchasing, shipping/receiving, and production. The intern will support real business initiatives, assist with cross-functional projects, and participate in a structured training program aimed at developing foundational operations and leadership skills. This role is ideal for a student interested in pursuing a career in operations, supply chain, or manufacturing leadership. HEXPOL Compounding Americas (HCA) is an essential early contributor to the global value chain responsible for the safety, quality, and performance of rubber compounding products and components used by original equipment manufacturers across a range of industries. Sectors served include automotive and transportation; building and construction; consumer and healthcare; oil and gas; industrial; energy, wire and cable; and rollers. A full-picture understanding of how a manufacturing operation functions Direct mentorship from senior operations leadership Hands-on exposure to real business challenges and decision-making Experience working across all operational sub-groups Insight into the financial and operational drivers of the business Development of practical leadership and problem-solving skills The intern will follow a structured training matrix and have the opportunity to rotate through different departments to build a comprehensive, real-world perspective of plant operations. HEXPOL Compounding Americas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. HEXPOL maintains a strict policy of not accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or third-party recruiters. We do not engage with agencies without a current, signed agreement in place. Any resume submitted in the absence of such an agreement will be considered the property of HEXPOL with no obligation to pay referral or placement fees.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field
Strong interest in manufacturing operations and leadership
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A desire to learn and gain hands-on experience
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work collaboratively across departments
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
A proactive, team-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

Working closely with the General Manager on day-to-day operational initiatives and priorities
Gaining exposure to multiple functional areas including: Safety and EHS processes Engineering and maintenance Production operations Scheduling and planning Inventory Management Purchasing and procurement Shipping and receiving
Supporting cross-functional projects that impact overall plant performance
Assisting with process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives
Participating in a structured operations training program and skills matrix
Shadowing different departments to build a broad understanding of the business
Supporting production and operational activities as needed
Assisting with data collection, reporting, and analysis
Participating in customer visits and Quarterly Business Reviews to understand the customer-facing side of operations
Completing additional projects or tasks as assigned by site leadership