Simplot

Plant Operations Intern (Pasco, WA)

Simplot, Pasco, WA, United States

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

The Operations Intern program for the Simplot Food Group Manufacturing organization is an integrated opportunity, giving you a broad understanding of the Manufacturing process. You will learn about multiple processes involved to produce quality potato or vegetable products. This could include Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Sanitation, Safety, Production and/or Continuous Improvement. The position is a full time, summer-long Internship running approximately from May through August, with a potential to extend to October.

Key Responsibilities

Assists in data analysis of projects
Assists as needed on the production floor to gather data and review/explain
Complete specific job duties and projects while working with many different people and positions to gain understanding of various jobs in potato/vegetable processing
Great exposure to the Manufacturing process of producing potato and vegetable products
Other duties as assigned to support the operations and continuous improvement teams at the Plant

Typical Education

Must be currently enrolled in a college/university with a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA)

Relevant Experience

Strong interest in food product development
Self motivated
Critical thinking skills
Can work with minimal supervision
Good written and verbal communication skills
Computer proficient

Required Certifications

Valid Driver's license

Other Information

Able and willing to work in both hot and cold environments
Duration: May through August with potential to run through October
Typical schedule is Monday - Friday, day shift, 40 hours per week with a possibility of moving to another shift as needed per project
Relocation assistance is available
Junior/Senior preferred, but not required

Job Requisition ID : 19775

Travel Required : None

Location(s) : GF Plant - Pasco

Country: United States

****The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. ****