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Manufacturing, Process & Operational Excellence Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

CompanySchreiber Foods
LocationCarthage
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 10, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will focus on the optimization of manufacturing processes and work on process improvements in efficiency, productivity, and cost reduction. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement efficient manufacturing workflows.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
4203
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Schreiber Foods strives to do good through food every day. Based in North America, we’re a customer-brand leader in cream cheese, natural cheese, process cheese, beverages and yogurt. Our more than 10,000 employees and presence on five continents enable us to be an essential ingredient in our customers’ success. With annual sales of more than $7 billion, we partner with the best retailers, restaurants, distributors and food manufacturers around the globe. We also recognize our responsibility to do good in the world and are driven to make a difference in everything we do. We’ve come a long way since our start as a small cheese company in 1945. Today, our team is more than 10,000 strong at locations across North America, Europe, South America, Asia and Africa. But our commitment to providing safe food the right way has never changed. At Schreiber, we call ourselves partners, not employees, and there’s a good reason behind that. Our work is more than just a job. We make the company grow. We help each other grow and take care of each other along the way. And, we all share in the rewards. Our people are truly the heart of our company, and we're on a journey together. We work hard to find great people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and provide opportunities to help them grow. But it’s about more than a career at Schreiber. Like a family, we care deeply about each other. We strive to foster an inclusive work environment where all our partners can thrive. We've increased our commitment to diversity and inclusion by creating an overarching Diversity and Inclusion Council, as well as resource groups for women, African Americans, Pride, Vets and more groups that give a voice to all of our partners. We're always looking for passionate partners to join our team and bring to life our culture of being customer obsessed and brilliant at the basics. Want to learn more about our company? Visit us at www.schreiberfoods.com.
About the Role

Job Category:

Temporary/Other

Job Family:

Intern

Job Description:

Schreiber Foods is looking for motivated and talented engineering students to join us as interns for the upcoming Summer 2026 across our manufacturing plants in the U.S.  We have opportunities in the following communities: Michigan (Grand Rapids), Missouri (Carthage, Monett, Mt. Vernon), Pennsylvania (Shippensburg), Texas (Stephenville), Wisconsin (Richland Center, West Bend). Relocation Assistance is provided if relocating 50 miles or more for this internship.

This is a paid internship with an hourly rate of pay: $22.00

Our Engineering Internship Program offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a food manufacturing environment.  Interns will work closely with skilled engineers, contributing to projects that have a direct impact on our operations and success.  We offer internship opportunities in various areas of engineering, allowing you to specialize based on your interests and career aspirations.

Interns will also participate in our company Internship Program which includes Executive Speakers, Social & Networking Events and Career Branding & Professional Development.

What you’ll do:

Manufacturing, Process & Operational Excellence Engineering:  

  • Focus on the optimization of manufacturing processes.  
  • Work on process improvements in efficiency, productivity, process capability, risk, and cost reduction.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement efficient manufacturing workflows.

What you need to succeed:

  • Completed Sophomore-level status or higher toward a BS degree in an Engineering or Engineering Technology program (Electrical, Automation, Mechanical, Chemical, Engineering Physics or Manufacturing preferred). Students must be enrolled as student during the time of the internship (Recent or previous graduates will not be considered).
  • Willingness to relocate for Summer of 2026.
  • Ability to work a minimum of 10 weeks during the Summer of 2026.
  • Ability to work 40 hours/week during the summer.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Interest in pursuing a full-time career in the areas listed above.
  • Ability to take ownership of assignments and complete them on time and accurately.
  • Desire to grow and take on new opportunities.
  • Reliable transportation.

Schreiber Foods strives to do good through food every day. Based in North America, we’re a customer-brand leader in cream cheese, natural cheese, process cheese, beverages and yogurt.

Our more than 10,000 employees and presence on five continents enable us to be an essential ingredient in our customers’ success. With annual sales of more than $7 billion, we partner with the best retailers, restaurants, distributors and food manufacturers around the globe. We also recognize our responsibility to do good in the world and are driven to make a difference in everything we do.

Internship benefits:

  • Opportunity to complete real-world projects, participate in team meetings and contribute your ideas
  • Exposure to different areas of the business around the world
  • Internship program that includes engaging events and opportunities to build relationships at all levels  
  • Relocation assistance (for eligible internships)
  • Rewards program for referring others
  • Eight free counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
  • Company-provided retirement contributions per year through our 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Volunteer opportunities to give back to the community
  • Discounts on our products and more

​For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Key Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamwork AbilitiesProcess ImprovementManufacturing ProcessesEfficiency OptimizationProductivity EnhancementRisk ReductionCost ReductionCross-Functional CollaborationProject ManagementOwnership Of AssignmentsProfessional DevelopmentCareer BrandingInterest In Engineering
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingFood & Beverage
Benefits
Opportunity To Complete Real-World ProjectsExposure To Different Areas Of The BusinessInternship Program That Includes Engaging EventsRelocation AssistanceRewards Program For Referring OthersEight Free Counseling SessionsCompany-Provided Retirement ContributionsVolunteer OpportunitiesDiscounts On Our Products