About the role#
As an Operations Intern, you will support initiatives designed to improve customer satisfaction, increase sales margins, and reduce operating expenses. This role provides a practical environment to apply classroom knowledge while learning techniques from industry professionals. You will work with a mentor to complete assigned projects and present your results. This position involves interacting with various functional areas within the distribution center and custom assembly services.
What you'll do#
- Recommend, prioritize, and implement projects to create improvement opportunities.
- Set and achieve specific project goals.
- Collaborate with employees at all levels to identify and eliminate process waste.
- Initiate sustainable process improvement activities.
- Provide hands-on training and technical support.
- Formalize and administer continuous improvement activities to drive Lean methodology.
- Develop and implement performance metrics to support business strategies.
- Track and validate savings attributed to project deployment.
- Participate in weekly safety, quality, or lean meetings.
- Take part in a Kaizen event.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited degree program in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Continuous Improvement, or a related field.
Location & details#
- Location: Appleton, Wisconsin.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Werner
Werner is a wholesale company based in Appleton, Wisconsin. Founded in 1948, the firm provides electrical supply, automation, and technology solutions. It serves clients in the construction, industrial, and technology markets. The company employs between 201 and 500 people.
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