Summer Operations Intern

Job Description

About Us:

JBS USA stands as a formidable leader in the global food industry, recognized for its diverse portfolio of high-quality food products. We proudly offer an array of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. Our operations encompass the complete lifecycle of food production: processing, preparing, packaging, and delivering both fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry, and retail-ready food products. Our reach extends across approximately 100 countries on six continents, serving a vast international customer base. As the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America, JBS USA further solidifies its market position. With a dedicated workforce exceeding 100,000 team members, we are committed to excellence and innovation in feeding the world.

Our Mission:

Our core mission is to achieve unparalleled excellence in every facet of our operations. We are singularly focused on our business, striving to ensure the delivery of the best products and services to our valued customers. We foster relationships built on trust with our suppliers, pursue sustainable profitability for our shareholders, and are dedicated to creating opportunities for a brighter future for all our team members.

Our Core Values:

At JBS USA, our culture is shaped by a strong set of core values that guide our actions and decisions daily:

• Availability: Being present and responsive to the needs of our business and our people.
• Determination: A relentless drive to achieve our goals and overcome challenges.
• Discipline: Upholding high standards and consistent execution in all tasks.
• Humility: Acknowledging the importance of continuous learning and teamwork.
• Ownership: Taking personal responsibility for results and contributing to collective success.
• Simplicity: Striving for clarity and efficiency in processes and communication.
• Sincerity: Operating with honesty, integrity, and transparency.

Purpose/General Summary: Summer Operations Internship (10-Weeks)

Embark on an impactful 10-week summer internship where your unique perspective and academic knowledge will be instrumental in identifying operational gaps and enhancing process efficiency. This is a chance to make a genuine, measurable mark on our business operations within the dynamic food supply chain. At JBS Foods, we are deeply invested in your professional development, aiming to cultivate your skills and identify potential long-term career paths that align with your interests and aspirations. This internship offers an unparalleled opportunity to kick-start your career, gain invaluable hands-on experience, and discover your integral role in the global mission to feed the world.

Responsibilities:

As an Operations Intern, you will be actively involved in critical aspects of our production environment, gaining practical experience in:

• Operational Support: Providing direct support to the operations team, assisting with daily tasks and contributing to the smooth running of production processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Learning and engaging with effective and efficient operational methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement aimed at optimizing workflows and reducing waste.
• Food Safety Adherence: Shadowing experienced personnel to understand and help maintain rigorous production practices that underpin and support the facility’s comprehensive food safety program, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Quality and Production Monitoring: Gaining firsthand experience in monitoring product quality and overseeing production operations to ensure all outputs consistently meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Team Engagement: Understanding how to cultivate an inclusive environment where every team member is encouraged to be an active participant, fully involved in the business and its success.
• Recognition and Motivation: Learning the importance of recognizing and celebrating team successes, fostering a positive and motivating work atmosphere.
• Empowering Growth: Observing and participating in strategies that challenge individuals to develop their skills and capabilities beyond what they thought possible, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Problem Identification & Resolution: Shadowing supervisors to identify potential problems or bottlenecks within production processes, learning to diagnose issues, and supporting efforts to resolve them promptly. This includes ensuring essential production resources (materials, equipment, human capital) are readily available to maintain product schedules and support overarching continuous improvement goals in safety, quality, cost, and customer service.
• Solution Implementation: Gaining practical experience in developing and implementing viable solutions to address identified problems or bottlenecks within the operational framework.
• Building Relationships: Actively engaging and creating strong working relationships with hourly team members on the production floor, understanding their perspectives and contributions.
• Supervisor Shadowing: Immersing yourself in the day-to-day operations of production supervisors, gaining a deep understanding of their responsibilities, challenges, and decision-making processes.
• Proactive Operations Management: Learning the fundamental principles of how to anticipate and determine the root causes of potential delays in shift operations, enabling proactive and appropriate actions to be taken to meet production schedules.
• Capstone Project: Completing and presenting a significant project focused on identifying, analyzing, and proposing solutions for specific issues within the operations department, culminating your internship experience.

What To Expect:

Your JBS USA internship is designed to be a comprehensive and enriching experience, offering:

• Executive Leadership Access: A unique opportunity to connect with and learn directly from our company’s executive leadership team throughout the duration of your internship program, gaining insights from top industry minds.
• Holistic Business Exposure: Extensive exposure to multiple functional areas of the business, providing you with a well-rounded and integrated understanding of the overall production process from start to finish.
• Dedicated Mentorship: Pairing with a dedicated mentor who is genuinely invested in your success, offering continuous feedback, coaching, and guidance to support your growth.
• Industry Impact: The chance to prove your capabilities and make a tangible contribution in a highly rewarding industry that plays a vital role in global food security.
• Multicultural Environment: Integration into a vibrant, multicultural work environment that steadfastly upholds its core values and prioritizes the well-being and development of its people.
• Expert Knowledge Development: The opportunity to significantly develop your technical and business knowledge by collaborating closely with seasoned industry experts.
• World-Class Training: Participation in regular leadership training sessions led by our world-class leadership development instructors, enhancing your soft skills and leadership potential.
• Real-World Projects: Engagement in high-impact projects that are driven by genuine business objectives, offering real-world implications and measurable outcomes.
• Accelerated Career Path: Potential for accelerated career growth within our company, including early access to exclusive career development programs for high-performing interns.

Qualifications:

To be considered for this invaluable internship opportunity, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled in a four-year university or actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Food Science, etc.).
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. or more as required by operational tasks.

Compensation:

The successful applicant for this position will be eligible for the following competitive compensation package:

• Hourly Wage: $21 per hour.
• Relocation Stipend: A $2,500 relocation stipend to assist with housing and moving expenses.

Company Policies:

JBS USA is unwavering in its dedication to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all our team members and visitors. To uphold this critical goal, we conduct comprehensive drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the commencement of employment. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, verification of employment eligibility must be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

JBS USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Veterans and individuals with Disabilities.