Operations Intern

HEXPOL • Middlefield Township, OH

1d • 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.
Internship Details
Location: Burton or Middlefield, Ohio (on-site)
Schedule: Full-time, approximately 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Duration: Approximately 10–12 weeks (summer)
Compensation: Paid internship
Dress Code: Business casual (jeans and polo acceptable)
Mentorship: Direct mentorship from the General Manager and operations leadership team

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

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed