About the role#
This internship offers an opportunity to work within a distribution center environment. You will partner with management on special projects while helping to streamline day-to-day operations. This includes supporting the receipt, stocking, order filling, and shipment of merchandise. You may also supervise employees who operate rolling stock or automated equipment.
What you'll do#
- Conduct start-up meetings to share daily volume and safety topics.
- Use standard operating procedures to solve problems and communicate issues to management.
- Identify areas for improvement using productivity plans.
- Review quality measurements and report status to management.
- Maintain positive employee relations and daily records.
- Support safety programs to prevent injuries.
- Report weekly to management on project status and performance.
What you'll need#
- Current undergraduate or graduate student majoring in Supply Chain Management.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to precision.
- Ability to assist employees with conflict resolution and one-to-one communication.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Solid analytical skills and self-motivation.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at once and meet deadlines.
- Willingness to work in a team environment.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Alachua, Florida.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
- Physical requirements: You must be able to move through the distribution center to monitor merchandise flow. The environment includes dust, varied lighting, and noise. You may need to perform heavy lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, or kneeling.
About Dollar General
Dollar General operates a retail chain with approximately 20,000 stores across the United States. Founded in 1939, the company is based in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. It sells a mix of private label goods and national brands. The organization employs over 100,000 people.
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