Your Opportunity
As an intern within plant operations, you will collaborate with operations teams on process improvement opportunities, coordinate activities of contractors, hourly technicians and other resources. You may assist in one or more of the following areas:
Utilize CAD to design simple equipment for testing
Evaluate area layout for optimal usage
Document and map out existing plant equipment and piping
Research and generate reports on potential upgrades for equipment
Investigate, purchase, and install equipment for data collection systems
Start and implement programs for Sustainability Pillar
You will gain meaningful and translatable experience from the real work you will be provided, relationship management, and professional development.
Is this Role a Fit for You?
Are you a driven student with a passion for delivering high-quality work while expanding your skillset and maintaining a continuous learning mindset? Are you eager to share your opinions (and have them heard) and make a positive impact through your work? Do you share in our dedication to continuous improvement and growth? If so, you are the type of student we are looking for to join our Internship Program!
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
A Freshman, Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing in school with requisite educational experience in engineering – mechanical, electrical, chemical, industrial, and packaging engineering are preferred.
A GPA of 3.0 or higher
A well-rounded skill set including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Must be able to work in both an office and plant environment and comply with all safety procedures.
Orrville, OH
The J.M. Smucker Company is an iconic American company founded in 1897. Guided by a vision to engage, delight, and inspire consumers through trusted food and beverage brands that bring joy throughout their lives, Smucker has grown to be a well-respected North American marketer and manufacturer. Our balanced portfolio of leading and emerging, on-trend brands spans pet food and pet snacks, coffee, and consumer food and natural beverage.
For more than 120 years, our Company has remained under the constant leadership of our founding family – the Smucker’s. We are proud to have fostered success through five generations of family leadership by focusing on long-term growth and embracing a foundation of strong principles and clear communication.
Today, the Company remains rooted in our Basic Beliefs of Quality, People, Ethics, Growth, and Independence established by our founder and namesake, Jerome Monroe (J.M.) Smucker, more than a century ago. We strongly believe that our unique culture is foundational to our Company’s success and the sustained passion of our employees.
When we talk about our culture, we are referring to an environment that engages our employees, inspires passion for our brands, and makes people proud to work here — an atmosphere where everyone makes a difference.