Production Management Internship

Job Description

About Schreiber Foods:

Schreiber Foods is a company that is passionate about leadership and making a difference in people’s lives. They are looking for ambitious individuals who enjoy challenges and have a desire to grow.

Production Management Internship:

This internship is a summer opportunity for students pursuing degrees in various fields like agriculture, dairy science, food science, industrial engineering, business management, and more. The internship offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced production environment.

What you’ll do:

• Shadowing: Gain valuable insights by shadowing a senior-level Production Supervisor.
• Process Improvement: Assist in projects that aim to enhance quality, productivity, and food safety.
• Production Goals: Collaborate with plant leadership to meet or surpass daily production targets.
• Customer Requirements: Understand customer needs and communicate them effectively to the team.
• Plant Efficiency: Work to increase plant productivity and efficiency by identifying and resolving issues.
• Food Safety and Quality: Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, customer requirements, and established procedures.
• Auditing: Establish and audit procedures to monitor processes and ensure customer satisfaction.

What you need to succeed:

• Degree: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Relocation: Willingness to relocate to Carthage, Missouri for the summer of 2025 (relocation assistance provided).
• Academic Status: Must have completed sophomore or junior year of college and be enrolled as a student during the internship.
• Work Availability: Must be able to work 40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks during the summer of 2025.
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to the plant.
• Leadership: Proven leadership experience and a desire to lead others in the future.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities, self-motivation, initiative, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, excellent communication skills, adaptability, and training abilities.

Internship Benefits:

• Real-world experience: Contribute to projects, participate in team meetings, and share ideas.
• Global Exposure: Gain insight into different areas of the business worldwide.
• Engaging Events: Participate in networking opportunities and build relationships across all levels.
• Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible internships.
• Rewards Program: Referral bonuses for recommending others.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to eight free counseling sessions.
• Retirement Contributions: Company-provided contributions through a 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Community Involvement: Opportunities to volunteer.
• Discounts: Enjoy discounts on Schreiber Foods products and other benefits.

Travel Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, acceptable driving record, and reliable vehicle for positions requiring travel.

Schreiber Foods Employment Practices:

• Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
• Work Authorization: Must have authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship may be considered in certain circumstances.