Plant Operations Intern

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and support projects focused on process and equipment improvements that enhance safety, efficiency, sustainability, product quality, and overall plant performance.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gain exposure to engineering, maintenance, production, quality, and operations while contributing to real business initiatives.


• Work alongside plant operations professionals to develop an understanding of feed manufacturing processes and production systems while helping troubleshoot and resolve operational challenges.


• Analyze equipment downtime and performance data to identify improvement opportunities, then partner with plant leadership and maintenance teams to develop practical solutions.


• Evaluate operational processes and conduct cost-saving analyses to support efficiency improvements and business performance goals.


• Help develop, maintain, and promote quality and safety procedures that support a safe, efficient, and high-performing work environment.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Feed Science and Management, Mechanical, Industrial, Agricultural Engineering, or Agricultural Systems Technology


• Internship or co-op experiences in an operational environment a plus, but not required.

TRAVEL

• Flexible – 65% Muscatine, 35% Plants