Overview Materials Project Management Intern Overview Join Our Team: Materials Project Management Intern Opportunity Are you ready to dive into a dynamic, hands-on internship that will shape your career in manufacturing operations? Join our Materials Department as a Materials Project Management Intern and gain invaluable experience while leading key initiatives throughout our facility in Ripon, WI. Internship Details • Timeline: Summer Internship 2027 or Fall Co-op 2027 (May–December) • Start Date: May 2027 Ready to jumpstart your career in a collaborative and fast-paced manufacturing environment? Apply now to be part of our innovative team. Responsibilities Responsibilities Key Projects and Responsibilities as a Materials Project Management Intern, you will lead three major initiatives: Material Component Packaging Improvement • Design and implement improved packaging for material components • Create and execute project plans, timelines, and validation criteria • Engage stakeholders (suppliers, engineering, production) and secure buy-in • Coordinate prototype development, testing, and feedback loops • Implement new packaging solutions into production and measure results Material Handling Process Optimization • Analyze current material handling processes end-to-end (receiving to line-side) • Conduct observations, time studies, and value-stream mapping to identify bottlenecks • Develop a data-driven improvement plan using lean principles • Pilot changes, track KPIs (safety, quality, delivery, cost), and standardize successful practices Container Fleet Utilization • Collect and validate information on the current container fleet across the facility • Perform physical inventory counts, labeling, and condition assessments • Develop or enhance digital tracking methods to monitor container location and status • Analyze utilization across the production cycle and recommend fleet right-sizing and flow improvements • Present findings and recommendations to leadership Daily Responsibilities • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Materials, Production, Engineering, Quality, Suppliers) • Track project metrics and milestones; report progress and risks • Maintain project documentation and update standard work as needed • Participate in team meetings and support continuous improvement initiatives Qualifications Qualifications Education • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following: • Supply Chain Management • Business • Process Engineering • Materials Engineering • Manufacturing Engineering • Project Management • or relative field • Standing: At least a sophomore by the start of the internship/co-op Skills and Abilities • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities • Excellent communication and presentation skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite • Basic understanding of lean manufacturing principles • Strong attention to detail • Ability to work independently and in teams Physical Requirements • Ability to walk the production floor regularly • Capable of lifting and handling materials as needed • Extended periods of computer work • Standing, bending, and moving throughout the facility ID 2026-13127 Pos. Type Intern