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ENGINEER CO-OP/INTERN bei Kent Worldwide

Kent Worldwide · Columbus, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite

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Ready to launch your engineering career with a U.S. Best Managed Company? KENT® Precision Foods Group, a proud member of KENT WORLDWIDE™, is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for engineering students to join our team as a Division Engineer Co-Op/Intern!

You’ll gain hands-on experience supporting our Operations team with real-world technical projects at our Columbus, Mississippi location. Take the first step toward a future full of innovation, impact, and growth!

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support process improvement initiatives focused on food safety, product quality, efficiency, and sustainability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Engineering to identify and implement operational improvements.
  • Participate in troubleshooting and root cause analysis of production and packaging line issues.
  • Help develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), training materials, and maintenance documentation.
  • Monitor equipment performance and assist in identifying opportunities for reliability and throughput improvements.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across operations to enhance performance and reduce waste.
  • Support commissioning and startup activities for new equipment or process changes.
  • Assist in data collection and analysis to support decision-making and project justification.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering: Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Chemical, Process preferred. Other engineering disciplines may be considered.
  • Internship or co-op experience in operations, engineering, or manufacturing is preferred.
  • Strong communication and technical writing skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Previous experience in a food manufacturing or similar industrial environment is a plus.

TRAVEL:

  • Limited travel (up to 10%) may be required for training or business support.

OTHER:

  • While our facility is air-conditioned, some tasks may occasionally take place in the warehouse, which isn’t climate-controlled. We’ll always ensure safety is prioritized, and these experiences offer a great chance to see operations in action.
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