at Emperical Foods in Garden City, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Overview
The empirical internship program is a best-in-class experience. It provides students the unique opportunity to work in a privately held, leading edge, manufacturing technology company. Our internship program helps us to identify future leaders as well as provide an opportunity for interns to experience our culture and see the variety of career paths available at empirical.
Internships are temporary summer positions that last approximately 10-12 weeks. Each intern will be assigned a project(s) affording the opportunity to actively contribute to the manufacturing organization and build a comprehensive understanding of their desired field.
Throughout the internship, you will have the chance to work with our internal teams on the assigned projects as well as meet with upper management to reflect on your personal and professional development.
If applicable, all interns will be considered for full-time positions based on their performance over the course of their internship. Housing provided when needed. empirical arranges various intern activities including sporting events, dinners, team lunches, etc. to provide opportunities for socializing, professional development, and learning more about the company.
Responsibilities
+ Complete a variety of assignments related to day-to-day operations and processes. Perform projects as assigned under the direction of qualified staff.
+ Work with various departments to gain an overall knowledge of company operations and processes. Gain a better understanding about food safety and quality.
+ Participate in improvement activities related to product, equipment, and processes. Activities may include research, problem solving, testing, downtime issues, etc.
+ Participate in Quality Assurance activities and learn about the various tests and inspections that happen daily.
+ Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
+ Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Skills and Abilities
+ Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel is preferred.
Demonstrated Competencies
+ Establish and maintain effective work relationships.
+ Perform assigned tasks within determined time frames.
+ Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects.
+ Effective communication skills include speaking clearly and effectively and writing legibly and effectively.
+ Able to interpret information accurately.
+ Must have regular and punctual attendance.
Physical Requirements
+ Manufacturing setting.
Experience: Basic or entry level in a manufacturing environment is preferred.Education: Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in related discipline.Department: Operations
Our company is known for its competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities to advance. Depending on position benefits may include: Health/Dental/Vision, Disability, Life, Flex Medical and Dependent Care, Matching 401(k), Profit Sharing, Paid Vacation and Holidays.
Our company is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin or sex in violation of Title VII. The company prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled
Post offer physical and substance testing required.
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ID2026-4116
Category Student Programs
Position Type Temporary Full-Time
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