Processing Intern

Mountaire FarmsSelbyville, DE

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Overview

Schedule

Alternate-schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Primary Purpose

To experience Mountaire's culture first-hand and provide additional exposure of Mountaire's family-oriented work environment. The intern will evaluate opportunities to expand or enhance automation within the processing mezzanine area. The project will focus on analyzing current workflows, material movement, labor utilization, safety considerations, and equipment performance to identify automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and reduce manual handling. The intern will collaborate with Processing, Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations leaders to assess existing processes, develop recommendations, and support feasibility evaluations for future automation initiatives.

Project Highlights

Assess current mezzanine processes to identify automation opportunities that support continuous improvement initiatives.
Analyze workflow efficiency, material movement, and labor utilization to identify process optimization opportunities.
Collect and analyze operational data to develop recommendations and support automation feasibility assessments.
Present data-driven findings and continuous improvement recommendations to Processing and Operations leadership.

Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled and pursuing an Associate or Bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university.
Valid Driver's license.
Must pass the Mountaire Motor Vehicle Record check.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for data analysis, Word for documentation, and PowerPoint for creating and delivering presentations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in process improvement, manufacturing operations, and automation.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across Processing, Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations teams.
Ability to collect, organize, and interpret data to support recommendations and decision-making.
Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and a commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Internship Program Requirements

Complete assigned project identified by department mentor
Attend weekly seminar series across different Mountaire facilities
Other duties as assigned
All interns must be available to travel to Delaware during the last week of the program for final presentations (August 2 - 6, 2027)
All interns are required to complete a 10-minute presentation on their project at the conclusion of summer. Presentations will take place in Millsboro, DE at the Administrative Building during the week of August 2-6.
All interns must complete a mid-way evaluation (week 5) along with a final evaluation (week 10)
Anticipated weekly schedule for this internship is M-F, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm

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This job at Mountaire Farms is located in Selbyville, DE, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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Alternate-schedule
Full-time

What experience level is required for this role at Mountaire Farms?

Mountaire Farms is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

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Mountaire Farms offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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