Operation Manager Intern (Starting Summer 2027) Regional Distribution Center - Midlothian, TX

About this role

As an Operations Intern, you'll gain a realistic job preview into life as an Operations Manager within a Target Supply Chain Facility. This paid, 40 hr./week, hands-on training program is designed to develop and prepare you for operations leadership. You'll work closely with other managers and team members to understand how Target's supply chain business works and what it takes to excel in a management role. You'll lead and support the execution of daily operations by working beside your team members and learn to lead, motivate and influence a team, including the opportunity to lead a department.

What you'll do

During your internship, you will have the opportunity to step into leading your Mentor's work center. Your development will be a top priority, with ongoing developmental conversations with your Mentor and Manager, supported by extensive training. As an Operations Intern, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:

• Spending time on the facilities floor helping to lead amongst team members and aligning the team in daily business priorities
• Working alongside team members to lead through daily priorities
• Maintaining a high standard of quality/inventory accuracy through standardization of processes (standard works, job breakdowns, and quality risk analysis) while also ensuring employee accountability
• Tracking various KPI's such as safety, teamwork, quality and productivity to identify gaps, and drive actions in order to maintain consistent performance
• Carrying out process improvement initiatives by leveraging CI methodologies such as Gemba, Fish Bone Analysis, and 5 why's to create a lean defect-free operation
• Administering the communication between the IT and the Operation team to address system issues and conduct testing in the WMS
• Recruiting and mentoring team members to adapt a continuous improvement mindset, and guide them to take up leadership roles in the company through engaging and inclusive leadership
• Addressing team member concerns and remove operational hurdles to ensure smooth operations and goal attainment
• Leading daily meetings for the operational team, share pertinent company and site-specific information
• Leading/presenting at daily planning meetings with peer/leadership team
• Planning daily goals and organizing shift plans to achieve targets at start of shift
• Providing summary of results around plan attainment, share hurdles, successes, and key learnings to apply moving forward at end of shift
• Conducting audits around standard adherence with safety, quality, and productivity. Share feedback and coach team members on audit observations
• Conducting safety walks in building to identify, resolve and report findings
• Conducting follow-ups on team member attendance, any necessary coaching, etc.
• Partnering with leaders regarding team member performance by teaching, coaching, training, and delivering timely performance feedback
• Providing new ideas and recommending solutions for business or team opportunities
• Taking the initiative to learn how to be a Target leader by seeking out opportunities for growth and development; continuously learn throughout the internship experience
• Committing to learning Target's expectations of leaders and use them to personally develop by asking questions and seeking feedback
• Actively participating in internship program training activities, developmental opportunities, and events
• Demonstrating a willingness to take risks; step out of your comfort zone and take on new assignments
• Demonstrating a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; lead the team to work in the same way and hold others accountable to this commitment
• Fostering an inclusive, safe, and secure culture
• Carrying out principle duties and responsibilities by the department through internship rotations as trained
• Understanding business reporting and guest insights to understand, troubleshoot, and follow up on opportunity areas
• Gaining an understanding of all business areas to develop business acumen
• Working with buildings leaders each day to set goals and expectations

About you

• Participation in school or extracurricular activities and experience in leadership roles
• Strong interest in working in retail, specifically within our supply chain facilities
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Problem-solving skills and strong initiative
• Team-oriented thinking with enthusiasm for continuous learning
• Ability to access all levels and areas of the facility to respond to team member issues
• Understand instructions, reports, and information
• Climb up and down ladders
• Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 15 pounds and occasionally moving merchandise up to 40 pounds
• Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends, and holidays) and regular work attendance are necessary

Pay

Starting hourly rate $24.50 per hour. You may also earn additional compensation in the form of a shift differential, ranging from $2.00 to $3.50 per hour, based on eligibility. Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications.

Benefits

Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.