Operations Intern - Stock Yards

US Foods•Greensburg, PA

2d•$29 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

BASIC PURPOSE: The Operations Intern will support warehouse operations leadership in driving safe, accurately, and efficient product flow within the facility. This role provides hands-on exposure to distribution center operations including shipping, receiving, inventory control, productivity monitoring, and workforce coordination. The intern will assist with operational reporting, process improvement initiatives, and day-to-day execution support while developing an understanding of frontline leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced food distribution environment.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
Strong interest in distribution center operations and frontline leadership.
Ability to analyze basic operational data and communicate observations effectively.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar tools.
Ability to work in a warehouse environment including standing, walking, and occasional lifting.
Must have regular, reliable method of transportation to commute to US Foods’ location.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, or retail operations environments.
Experience working in team-based or fast-paced environments.
Strong problem solving, organization, and communication skills.
Interest in leadership development and operational process improvement.

Responsibilities

Assist operations leadership in monitoring daily warehouse activities including order selection productivity, replenishment activity, and shipping readiness.
Support analysis of operational performance metrics such as productivity rates, mis-picks, shortages, and inventory variances to help identify improvement opportunities.
Participate in cycle count activities and inventory accuracy initiatives to ensure product is properly located and available for shipping.
Assist with coordination of inbound receiving processes including staging preparation, dock readiness, and product flow tracking.
Support preparation of operational documentation including shift reports, safety observations, inventory adjustment support, and workflow tracking tools.
Observe and support associate training and engagement initiatives focused on safety, preferred work methods, and operational standards.
Assist in identifying potential safety risks within warehouse operations and help communicate observations to operations leadership.
Collaborate cross-functionally with inventory control, purchasing, and warehouse teams to understand causes of shortages, overages, or damages.
Support special projects related to cost control, process improvement, space utilization, or operational efficiency.
Participate in operational meetings, learning sessions, and end-of-program presentation preparation to demonstrate business impact contributions.