Intern/Co-op in Manufacturing
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Job Description
About Innophos:
Innophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions for the food, health, nutrition, and industrial markets. They specialize in blending and formulating phosphate, mineral, and botanical-based ingredients. The company emphasizes its core values of safety, diversity, integrity, and collaboration. Headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, Innophos has manufacturing operations across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and China, selling to over 70 countries. Innophos is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and welcoming environment.
Job Description: Intern/Co-op in Manufacturing
This internship/co-op offers hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing setting. Interns/co-ops will contribute to various production process stages, working on real-world projects focused on:
• Process troubleshooting and optimization: Identifying and resolving production issues and improving efficiency.
• Root cause analysis: Determining the underlying causes of problems to prevent recurrence.
• Safety improvements: Contributing to a safer work environment through proactive identification and mitigation of hazards.
Beyond technical skills, the position fosters development in:
• Project management: Learning to plan, execute, and manage projects effectively, meeting deadlines.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Working effectively with teams across different departments.
The internship provides opportunities to expand knowledge in:
• Process chemistry: Understanding the chemical reactions and processes involved in manufacturing.
• Operational safety: Implementing and adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
• Quality assurance: Ensuring the quality and consistency of products.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plant safety awareness and adherence.
• Learning and documenting manufacturing processes.
• Understanding Statistical Process Control (SPC) and process variation.
• Applying process optimization techniques.
• Learning lab test methods and procedures.
• Compiling and presenting project summaries to management.
Required Education and Qualifications:
• Completion of the sophomore year in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); MS Access familiarity is a plus.
• Basic understanding of chemistry and hands-on lab experience.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and proactive problem-solving abilities.
Assignment Duration and Compensation:
• Intern: 8-12 weeks
• Compensation: Market-competitive hourly rate, overtime eligible, paid holidays. (Note: No housing, health, welfare, or vacation benefits are offered.)
Expectations:
• Punctual and regular attendance.
• Adherence to all site policies and training requirements.
• Active participation in company-hosted intern/co-op events.
• Delivery of a final presentation summarizing key learnings and contributions.
