Summer Student Support

Simmons Foods • Van Buren, AR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Students are seeking opportunities that stimulate their interests and provide real-world experiences. The best way to structure the student’s work is to plan for the following types of work. Background work: This should be general work that is important and requires some skill. The purpose of background work is to help students understand the fundamentals of the process. In other words, learn what the issue is that has caused the need for the assigned project so there is a better understanding of how to begin the work/solution. The balance of the primary project, background, and day-to-day work will enable the student to be productive and have a well-rounded learning experience.

Students will look to their supervisor/mentor to help them transition from the classroom to the workplace. Supervisor/mentors will be required to meet with students on a bi-weekly basis to provide feedback concerning the student's performance. During these meetings different areas will be discussed such as, how their work is contributing to the organization, discussion of student’s strengths and areas needing growth and development, insight about what work lies ahead, and addressing any questions the student might have.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to work on feet for multiple hours.
• Must be able to work in various temperatures.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 10 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members.
• Attends appropriate team meetings.
• As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.
• Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.
• Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed