Manufacturing Operations Internship (Summer 2027)

About the role

Foremost Farms USA’s internship program aims to bring fresh ideas and innovative thinking to the organization while providing students with meaningful, hands‑on experiences that support their professional and career development. Internships are designed around real business needs and meaningful projects that align with each intern’s academic background, skills, and career interests. Depending on the role and project, interns may work on‑site or in a hybrid environment. Interns collaborate with experienced professionals, tackle real‑world business challenges, and make a meaningful contribution to Foremost’s success in a supportive, engaging learning environment where they are encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, and take ownership of their work. Throughout the summer, interns gain valuable professional experience, develop new skills, and build connections that can help prepare them for future careers. The Manufacturing Operations Internship is classified as Non‑Exempt and is based near the Lancaster, WI plant, with willingness to travel to other Foremost plant locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance Optimization: Conduct a deep dive into Preventive Maintenance (PM) work orders at the Lancaster plant, enhancing PMs to provide clear, comprehensive standard work, identify opportunities to reduce equipment downtime, and develop improvements that could be applied across the Foremost network.
• Production Standard Work: Observe assigned production roles and develop clear Standard Work by analyzing cycle times and their impact on Takt Time, identifying opportunities to adjust tasks and improve efficiency, and supporting improvements that can be replicated across Foremost plants.
• SCORE/Proaction Implementation Support: Support the SCORE/Proaction rollout at the Lancaster plant by learning and supporting the use of Proaction technology, participating in problem‑solving activities from 5 Whys to 8D, executing active supervisor tours (ASTs), and supporting standard operating procedure (SOP) creation, auditing, behavior safety observations, and other SCORE initiatives.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in a related field.
• Must be available to work from early June 2027 through early to mid‑August 2027.
• Based near our Lancaster, WI plant, with willingness to travel to other Foremost plant locations as needed.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer applications.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Junior or Senior class standing.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career related to the internship.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Company‑provided housing, if needed.
• Fun and engaging team building and networking events.
• Hands‑on, real‑world learning experience.
• Opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals and industry leaders.
• Opportunity to present your work and project outcomes to Foremost’s executive leadership team at the conclusion of your internship.

Pay

$20.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday - Friday, Day Shift