Production Planning Intern
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Winland Foods, Inc., based in Oak Brook, IL, is a global manufacturer of private label and branded foods for retail and co-pack customers. We use only the finest ingredients and ensure every product we make meets the highest standards of taste, quality and accessibility. Across all our food categories, we offer customers a range of premium and value solutions to meet the evolving needs of the consumers. We work closely with our customers to offer consumer-loved brands and custom private label products, and also create new innovative products. We specialize in pasta, sauces, syrups, dressings, jams and jellies, pie fillings, pita chips, dry dinners, dry baking ingredients, and more. We have 20 manufacturing facilities across the United States, Canada, and Italy.Employee Type:Full timeLocation:IL Oak BrookJob Type:AdministrationJob Posting Title:Production Planning InternJob Description:Position: Production Planning Intern / COOPLocation: 2015 Spring Road Suite 400, Oak Brook, IL 60523Hybrid Schedule: Monday and Friday are remote, while Tuesday-Thursday are in officePerks: Paid Internship with an additional one-time lump sum payment to support expensesDuration: Summer Internship- May 20th to Mid/End-AugustJob Summary:Based out of our Oak Brook, IL office, this role will be heavily project focused, but also involve a variety of day-to-day activities. Primarily an analytical role, this role would support the business on accurate production planning, engage in demand reviews, and support the business in ensuring accurate forecasting.As an intern/coop, you will work independently and as part of various teams, working toward goals on project assignments with guidance provided as needed with the intent of offering opportunities to develop the knowledge and skills to prepare the intern/coop for a career as a Packaging Engineer after graduation.In addition to hands-on experience in Finance, this position will provide the intern with:Formal orientation and on-boardingIndividualized development and feedbackRegular interface with Operations leadership through ‘Lessons from Leaders' sessionsExposure to one or more of our manufacturing and/or distribution operationsOrganizational and time management skills in managing daily and project workExperience working with Planning SystemsNetworking opportunitiesPresentation skills in providing presentation to the Operations Leadership TeamQualifications:Formal orientation and on-boarding2 - 3 years of progress towards a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or closely related majorOverall and within major GPA of 3.0 or higherDemonstrated interest in Supply Chain, Operations Planning, and Business Administration through course work or previous internshipsComputer savvy, knowledge of ERP systems, and strong skills in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft office applicationsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to effectively interact with senior managementExcellent organizational skillsEEO Statement:Winland Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy.As a ‘newly' established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas.By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers.To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.