Intern

Job Description

About Company:

Lensa is a career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Refresco is the client hiring in Paw Paw, MI.

Job Description:

Refresco is seeking professionals for an internship position in Paw Paw, MI. The internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in a beverage manufacturing environment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety standards.
• Functions may vary based on department placement:
• Operations: Support daily production activities, assist in process improvements, and learn about high-speed manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintenance: Assist with equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and asset reliability projects.
• Quality Assurance: Support quality control testing, data collection, and compliance with food safety standards.
• Engineering: Assist with process optimization, equipment design modifications, and efficiency improvements. Support capital projects, data analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Learning and developing people skills with an understanding of business acumen within a manufacturing facility.
• Manage a single assigned “project” that supports continuous improvement efforts.
• Comply with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain documentation, reports, and logs relevant to the internship function.
• Shadow experienced professionals and gain exposure to best practices in beverage manufacturing.

Required Skills:

• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in beverage manufacturing and industrial operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is preferred.
• Ability to support process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
• Ability to work in a hands-on environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Follow all safety procedures, company policies, and regulatory requirements while on-site.

Competencies:

• Communication Skills (Written & Verbal)
• Sound Judgement
• Innovative Research and Application of Safety Concepts
• Interpersonal Tactfulness
• General Compliance Knowledge (General Industry)

Education and Experience:

• Recently graduated or currently enrolled in good academic standing with a college or University pursuing a degree in Engineering, Business, HR, Supply Chain, Food Science, Finance, Safety, or a related field.
• GPA of 3.0 or greater within declared major.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• You will be expected to work all hours requested by your supervisor, and complete all hours required by your university to receive credit (if applicable).

Working Conditions:

• Physical Demands: Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight.
• Visual/Sensory: This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment: Work environment is fast-paced, requiring the ability to remain focused under pressure.
• Mental Stress: There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, project management, accuracy or similar demands.
• Typical work week is Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand or Sit: Frequently (46-100%)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Occasionally (16-45%)
• Lifting 45 lbs. (minimum lbs. lifted 5 lbs.): Occasionally (16-45%)
• Carry weight, lift: Occasionally (16-45%)
• Walking: Frequently (46-100%)
• Driving: Occasionally (16-45%)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance: Occasionally (16-45%)

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.