About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience within a distribution center. You will partner with management on special projects while supporting day-to-day operations. This includes tasks related to the receipt, stocking, order filling, and shipment of merchandise. You will work in a team environment and gain exposure to the daily functions of a retail supply chain facility.
What you'll do#
- Supervise employees who operate rolling stock or automated equipment.
- Lead start-up meetings to share daily volume goals and safety topics.
- Use standard operating procedures to resolve problems and report issues to management.
- Identify areas for improvement using productivity plans.
- Track quality measurements and provide weekly performance reports to management.
- Maintain employee records and foster positive working relationships.
- Support safety programs to help prevent workplace injuries.
- Move throughout the distribution center to monitor merchandise flow, which may involve bending, stooping, or lifting.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in business, specifically Supply Chain Management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical skills and a self-motivated approach to work.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at once while maintaining accuracy.
- Clear oral and written communication skills.
- Experience or interest in employee relations, including conflict resolution and one-on-one communication.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to precision.
Location & details#
- Location: Scottsville, Kentucky.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time, rolling term.
- Note: The work environment includes exposure to dust, varied lighting, and noise.
About Dollar General
Dollar General operates a retail chain with approximately 20,000 stores across the United States. Founded in 1939, the company is based in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. It sells a mix of private label goods and national brands. The organization employs over 100,000 people.
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