About the role#
The Strategic Engineer Intern reports to the Senior Plant Manager. You will support business objectives by leading initiatives across our manufacturing facilities. Your work focuses on process improvement, equipment selection, and operating strategy. You will also assist with commissioning new equipment and ensuring plant operations run effectively.
What you'll do#
- Lead projects related to process improvement, equipment selection, and operating strategy.
- Implement improvement programs through cross-functional project management.
- Provide daily technical support to plant and corporate stakeholders.
- Perform technical evaluations for new installations and system modifications.
- Help select, develop, and monitor Key Performance Indicators.
- Create technical presentations and value-based analysis for capital improvements.
- Collaborate across plants to align efforts and establish best practices.
- Audit operational data to identify issues with consistency and process adherence.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
- Strong analytical and project management skills.
- Ability to lead and execute process improvement activities.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site in Shell Rock, Iowa.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
- The position follows a rolling schedule.
- You will work core business hours, with occasional after-hours meetings or conference calls required.
About Zinpro Corporation
Zinpro Corporation produces performance trace minerals and nutritional solutions for animal health. The company operates in the animal feed manufacturing industry and maintains a presence in over 70 countries. Founded in 1971, the organization is privately held and family-owned. It employs 537 people and maintains its headquarters in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
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