Manufacturing Intern

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA

More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.

Salary Rate: $19-21/ hour

Position Summary:

The Bimbo Bakeries USA Manufacturing Internship opportunity affords students a remarkable experience to participate in fast-paced real world projects designed to further develop strategic project management, analytical problem solving, and managerial leadership skills. Mentors will be designated to guide student collaborations and project work in each area. Students will be exposed to a variety of functional areas such as engineering, operations, and production while earning college credits in various locations nationwide.

Provide guidance to resolve operations issues or implement projects. Incorporating manufacturing transformational objectives and processes to improve processes while incorporating safety and quality/sanitation standards in a continuous improvement environment.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Perform data analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings and waste reduction.
• Conduct process studies to discover opportunities for increased line effectiveness.
• Prepare statistical analysis of process capability to implement improved controls.
• Provide assistance in design and execution of various projects (systems and floor).
• Facilitate training for the supervisors.
• Supports without hesitation General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes and are Priority #1.

Key Behavioral Competencies:

• Results Achiever
• Change Leadership
• People Oriented
• Learning and Adapting Best Practices
• Lives By and Promotes Values

Education and Work History:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Food/Baking Science, Industrial, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Must be willing to work any shift and overtime if needed
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve in a challenging environment.
• Must be willing to submit to a background screening and post offer drug test.
• Ability to connect with people across hierarchies and develop strong relationships.
• Must possess strong leadership, computer, and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Ability to analyze data, multi task and problem solve in a fast paced challenging environment.
• The ability to help the transformation team throughout the bakery to achieve and sustain the desired goals.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including off shifts and weekends.

The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job.

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.