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Mountaire Farms · 4 months ago

Processing Operations Intern

17269 NC Hwy 71 N, Lumber Bridge, NC, 28357, US

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Mountaire Farms is a food processing company located in Lumber Bridge, NC, and they are seeking a Processing Operations Intern. This internship offers hands-on experience in operational efficiency and process improvement, focusing on automation systems, yield studies, and recovery opportunities while working alongside experienced professionals.

Food and Beverage

Responsibilities

Assist with continuous improvement efforts related to automation installations

Conduct data collection and analysis on product yield performance

Identify opportunities for material recovery and process optimization

Shadow supervisors, engineers, and plant managers to gain insight into day-to-day operations and decision-making

Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that improve throughput, productivity, and overall plant performance

Assist with the documentation of best practices and standardization of processes across departments

Gain exposure to continuous improvement tools and methodologies, learning how small changes can lead to big operational impacts

Qualification

Data analysisMicrosoft OfficeCritical thinkingProblem-solvingWillingness to learnEffective communicationTeam collaborationAttention to detail

Required

Must be currently enrolled and pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university

Valid Driver's license

Must pass the Mountaire Motor Vehicle Record check

Strong work ethic, punctuality, and reliability in a full-time environment

Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a team setting

Critical thinking, problem-solving, and solid math skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze and interpret data

Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced processing plant environment, including exposure to cold/wet conditions and production equipment

Flexible and open to rotating through different areas of the plant to broaden experience

Complete assigned project identified by department mentor

Attend weekly seminar series across different Mountaire facilities

Other duties as assigned

All interns must be available to travel to Delaware during the last week of the program for final presentations (August 3 to 7, 2026)

All interns are required to complete a 10-minute presentation on their project at the conclusion of summer. Presentations will take place in Millsboro, DE at the Administrative Building during the week of August 3rd-7th

Anticipated weekly schedule for this internship is: 8am - 5pm