About the role#
This summer internship provides experience within the Mechanical Designer office at Wells Enterprises. You will support engineering design work and participate in the management and execution of capital projects across all production facilities. The role offers exposure to various functional areas and process controls, allowing you to contribute to departmental goals while gaining practical experience in food and beverage manufacturing.
What you'll do#
- Perform operational and administrative tasks related to your academic major.
- Work independently on special projects assigned by your functional leader.
- Assist in implementing functional strategies and support departmental deliverables.
- Develop project scopes, equipment requisitions, plans, and schedules for technology and process-focused initiatives.
- Reverse engineer components and assemblies through the Green Tag Process to improve reliability, reduce lead times, and lower costs.
- Assist with control systems for new equipment and system upgrades.
- Investigate new technologies for potential applications and report findings to your manager.
- Identify repetitive issues to help increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Collaborate with team members to support innovation and organizational best practices.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an applicable degree program, specifically Mechanical Engineering.
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to interact professionally with a variety of individuals.
- Previous experience in technical fields is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Le Mars, Iowa.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Wells Enterprises
Wells Enterprises is a food and beverage manufacturer based in Le Mars, Iowa. Founded in 1913, the company produces over 900 varieties of ice cream and frozen novelties. It operates production facilities in Iowa, Nevada, and New York. The business functions as an independent operating company within the Ferrero Group.
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