Operations Management Intern

Brunswick • Brownsburg, IN

78d • $18 - $21

About The Position

As a Operations Management Intern, you will work directly with other warehouse / distribution supervisors leading a team of production associates. Assign work, allocate resources, provide leadership and problem solve in a high paced distribution environment. You will become an integral member of the team committed to delivering superior results. You'll learn how to work with a team of managers, supervisors, technicians, and warehouse associates on the distribution floor, as you own and manage assigned projects from inception to completion.

Requirements

• Permanent US Work Authorization required
• Current enrollment in a Bachelor's program with a major in Operations Management, Manufacturing Management, Supply-Chain, Business or related field.
• Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits
• Availability to work full-time (40 or more hours per week) through a full intern term and/or possibility to work during the school year around their class schedule
• GPA of 3.0 or greater
• Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Ability to resolve conflict with diplomacy and tact
• Lead by example. Consistent application and enforcement of policies and procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise a small team of warehouse associates
• Understand and manage the key departmental metrics of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost
• Work with the operations department to continuously improve process utilizing lean manufacturing techniques, make recommendations and implement
• Establish work procedures and assign duties to assure production schedules are met
• Periodically check employees work to assure compliance with expectations and that work is progressing at a satisfactory rate
• Interpret company policy to employees
• Actively demonstrate and enforce plant safety rules
• Review performance of employees
• Provide regular status updates to upper management
• Hold regular communication meetings with your warehouse associates
• Improve employee engagement; identify ways for your associates to get involved

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a professional setting
• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Feedback and performance reviews throughout the assignment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees