About the role#
As a Department Manager Intern, you will work directly with department managers to support factory operations. This role focuses on team leadership and process efficiency within a manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for overseeing team members and ensuring daily operations meet safety, quality, and productivity standards.
What you'll do#
- Manage factory team members and hold them accountable for their performance.
- Recognize and reward team members for their contributions.
- Monitor and maintain budgets related to labor efficiencies.
- Apply continuous improvement principles, such as Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing, through hands-on projects and team collaboration.
- Oversee daily safety, quality, and productivity requirements.
What you'll need#
- A strong drive to develop people and help them reach their potential.
- A conscientious and loyal approach to your work.
- A consistent desire to succeed and improve.
- Enrollment in a degree program such as Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration.
- The ability to perform all essential duties of the role satisfactorily.
Location & details#
- Location: Pella, Iowa.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: $27.25 per hour.
About Pella Corporation
Pella Corporation manufactures windows and doors for the residential and commercial markets. Founded in 1925, the company operates as a privately owned business. It maintains 20 manufacturing locations across the United States and Canada. The organization employs more than 10,000 people.
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