Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Co-Op

Your Story. Do you have a strong passion for Manufacturing and working in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility to produce a national brand leading product in Wisconsin? We are looking for talented people like you to help us do real work, collaborate with others and deliver measurable results that grow the Sargento brand! You are enthusiastic, creative, analytical, collaborative and goal driven. You seek an opportunity to expand your skills and experiences in learning how to lead teams, promote safety, identify efficiencies, increase productivity and problem solving in a manufacturing facility. You also recognize the importance of collecting and analyzing data to identify trends, measure performance, and drive decision-making. Your Passion. Our Culture. At Sargento, you work for a company you believe in, with a family of people who believe in you. Our culture stems from a simple premise: Hire good people and treat them like family. At Sargento, you can make decisions based on how they affect people as well as the long-term health of our company. You will be encouraged to make a meaningful difference in the community, in the company and in your career. With diverse experiences and tools to learn and develop, you can transform your aspirations into reality. If you’re ready for the right place to belong and grow your career, you can find it here. Benefits That Set Us Apart. Lead and own real and relevant projects aligned with business objectives Gain valuable skills and experiences to be prepared for entry level opportunities Mentorship and career development to learn and grow personally and professionally Volunteer in community service activities Social professional networking experiences Flexible work week onsite Mondays through Thursdays and optional remote Fridays; plus, half day Fridays Nationally competitive compensation Paid relocation and housing 5 unpaid days off for interns and 10 unpaid days off for co-ops 401(k) employer contribution top 1% in the nation Discounts at the company cheese store and local attractions/events Skills You Will Develop. Communication Critical Thinking Collaboration Cross-Functional Professionalism Leadership Technology Time Management What You Do. Learn to influence individuals and teams in a safe and efficient manner within the manufacturing environment. Collect, analyze, and report on operational data to support continuous improvement, efficiency gains, and problem-solving efforts. Support the execution of DMAIC methodology on continuous improvement projects within a food manufacturing environment. Collaborate with Operations to identify performance gaps through data analysis and apply continuous improvement tools to develop and implement solutions that drive progress toward defined goals. Apply good leadership techniques to achieve or exceed the expected level of Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People related metrics. Help with ideas to improve current processes. Attend meetings with Supervisors and Managers to gain understanding of current projects/focuses. Participate in problem solving to overcome production related problems, materials shortages, equipment malfunctions and unavoidable delays where possible to reduce their impact on operations. Your Education and Qualifications. Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business, operations, supply chain, engineering, organizational leadership or other related field, having completed sophomore year prior to the start of Co-Op Passion for learning and growing in the manufacturing industry Interest in data collection, analysis, and turning findings into actionable insights Solid understanding of the fundamentals of manufacturing Ability to multi-task and take initiative Strength with strategic and analytical thinking Proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and vehicle required. There is no mass/public transit system to/from corporate housing location to company locations Our Story. With over 2,400 employees and net sales of $1.8 billion, Sargento Foods is a family-owned company that has been a leader in cheese for more than 70 years. We created the world’s first, successful pre-packaged sliced and shredded natural cheeses. Sargento is based in Plymouth, Wisconsin, where we manufacture shredded, sliced and snack natural cheese products, as well as ingredients and sauces. Sargento is known for the exceptional quality of our products and for product design, packaging and merchandising innovations that have transformed our industry. To learn more about our culture and values, please visit our website at https://careers.sargento.com/us/en.