About the role#
As a Manufacturing Operations Analytics Intern, you will work with the data that supports our production environment. You will evaluate existing dashboards and data pipelines to understand how information moves across the organization. This role involves collaborating with Operations, Finance, and IT teams to translate business needs into analytics solutions. You will also participate in professional development workshops and networking events throughout the summer.
What you'll do#
- Review and interpret existing dashboards and data sources to assess performance and data quality.
- Develop, standardize, and validate SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) dashboards for operational reporting.
- Document data definitions, process flows, and control points to ensure accuracy.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and support analytics initiatives.
- Participate in regular check-ins with your manager.
- Deliver a final presentation showcasing your project outcomes and learnings.
- When visiting manufacturing plants, adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and complete FSQA training.
- Report potential food safety hazards or process deviations to the plant supervisor.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the company food safety culture.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, MIS, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2029.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data.
- Experience working with Excel and large datasets.
- Ability to document processes and workflows accurately.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Fluency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
- Interest in data visualization, business intelligence, and reporting.
- Exposure to tools like SAP Analytics Cloud, Power BI, or Tableau is preferred.
- Experience with data analysis or process improvement projects via coursework or prior internships is a plus.
- Understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain, or consumer packaged goods environments is helpful.
Location & details#
- Location: Kansas City, Missouri.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
About Russell Stover Chocolates
Russell Stover Chocolates produces boxed chocolates under the Russell Stover, Whitman's, and Pangburn's brands. The company operates out of Kansas City, Missouri, and maintains a history dating back to 1923. It manufactures roughly 100 million pounds of candy annually for sale in retail stores and wholesale accounts. Since 2014, the firm has functioned as a subsidiary of Lindt and Sprungli.
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