About the role#
As an Industrial Performance Intern, you will support the Industrial Performance Department and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives at our Stratham facility. This twelve-week program provides hands-on experience in process optimization, data analysis, and problem-solving. You will work closely with various departments, receive mentorship, and participate in professional development workshops.
What you'll do#
- Support the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program, known as the Lindt Performance Way.
- Assist the Continuous Improvement Engineer with data analysis, problem-solving events, and team projects.
- Lead and participate in improvement activities such as Kaizens.
- Perform labor and material analysis to support cost-saving initiatives.
- Identify and resolve process issues to reduce waste, downtime, and rework.
- Develop training materials and assist in delivering training to team members.
- Collaborate across departments to ensure alignment on improvement efforts.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Junior or Senior in an accredited university program for Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or Operations Management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools like Excel, PowerBI, and enterprise software.
- Effective communication skills for working with diverse teams.
- A detail-oriented approach to process optimization.
- A willingness to learn and contribute to the Lindt Performance Way.
- Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodology is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Stratham, New Hampshire.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Full-time, on-site.
- Note: This position is paid. We do not provide sponsorship for work visas.
About Lindt & Sprüngli
Lindt & Sprüngli produces premium chocolate products for markets in more than 120 countries. Founded in 1845, the company operates 12 production sites across Europe and the USA. It maintains a global presence through 38 subsidiaries and over 560 company-owned stores. The organization employs approximately 15,000 people and reported sales of CHF 5.47 billion in 2024.
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