Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Intern (Prosperity, SC)

• Measure and document current-state manufacturing processes, including cycle times, fluctuation, and periodic work. 

• Support the development of standardized work, work balance / full work, and process flow. 

• Assist in identifying process improvement opportunities through data analysis and observation. 

• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Continuous Improvement partners to support process improvement initiatives. 

• Apply continuous improvement manufacturing tools and principles to support productivity, consistency, and waste reduction. 

• Support documentation of improvement recommendations, updates, and learnings. 

• Participate in continuous improvement activities to gain exposure to cross-functional problem-solving and implementation. 

• Prepare summaries or presentations to communicate findings and improvement opportunities to stakeholders. 

Education: 

• Junior or Senior pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Mathematics or a related field in engineering or business administration. 

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Desire to understand work being done and ask why the work happens in the way it does 

• Openness to learn, receive guidance, coaching, and development 

• Willingness to see where the work happens and observe work as it happens 

• Proficiency in data analysis and basic problem solving skills 

• Able to communicate with those doing the work every day and build rapport 

• Able to lead small projects with people from different backgrounds for a common outcome 

• Familiarity with operational systems or manufacturing environments is a plus but not required 

• Familiarity with the Toyota Production System is a plus but not required 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort: 

• Work involves exposure to bakery environments, including potential exposure to heat, noise, and production-related elements. 

• Moderate physical effort required, such as standing, walking, and climbing in and around the bakery; the ability to lift 25-50 pounds when needed at times. 

• Personal protective equipment, as defined by C.H. Guenther, will be provided. 

Expectations: 

• Will demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values in Integrity & Respect, Empowerment, Accountability, Collaboration, and Agility.  

Candidates relocating from a distance of more than 50 miles will be eligible for a housing stipend.