Plant Operations Intern

Hoffmaster • Oshkosh, WI

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About The Position

We’re looking for a Plant Operations Intern to support initiatives focused on identifying, measuring, and reducing material waste on key production assets. This internship provides hands-on, project-based experience working directly with machine operators, support staff, and operations leaders to make waste more visible and drive cost-saving and efficiency improvements.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Interest in manufacturing operations, process improvement, and cost reduction
• Comfort working with data, observations, and hands-on analysis

Responsibilities

• Support the setup of waste tracking or sampling methods on key manufacturing assets
• Work closely with machine operators and support staff to understand processes and waste drivers
• Analyze and categorize waste streams to quantify impact and identify trends
• Help make waste-related costs and improvement opportunities visible through data and reporting
• Develop recommendations for process improvements and, where appropriate, assist with implementation
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on material efficiency and cost savings

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurances
• Tuition and Student Loan repayment assistance
• Physical and Mental wellness programs
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees