About the role#
This is a paid internship based in Memphis, Tennessee, covering the Spring and Summer 2027 terms. You will support operational activities focused on Lean Manufacturing, industrial engineering, and continuous improvement. This includes participating in cost-saving projects and conducting capacity studies on the production line.
What you'll do#
- Perform Tak-time studies, capacity analysis, line balancing, and time and motion studies to optimize work and define operating standards.
- Generate reports to monitor, analyze, and follow up on Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement strategies.
- Attend DDS and continuous improvement meetings across business units to track opportunities and process suggestions.
- Develop process maps to identify bottlenecks and distinguish between value-added and non-value-added activities.
- Contribute ideas for savings projects and support their implementation using the Improving Ando process.
- Maintain the DDS board for continuous improvement activities.
What you'll need#
- You must be an undergraduate student majoring in Industrial Engineering or Industrial Engineer Administrator.
- Previous experience in a similar position or area.
- Medium to advanced Excel skills.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing tools such as Paretos, Histograms, SMED, Pokayoque, Root Cause Analysis, and 5S is desirable.
- Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
- A proactive, creative, and determined approach to problem-solving.
Location & details#
- Location: Memphis, Tennessee.
- Modality: On-site.
- Duration: Spring 2027 to Summer 2027.
- Employment: Full-time.
About The Hershey Company
The Hershey Company is a manufacturer of snacks and confectionery products. Founded in 1894, the company is based in Hershey, Pennsylvania. It manages a portfolio of over 85 brands across the confection, salty, and functional snack categories. The organization employs more than 11,000 people and operates as a public company.
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