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KENT WORLDWIDE · 4 months ago

DIVISION ENGINEER INTERN/CO-OP

Kent Worldwide is seeking a Division Engineer Intern/Co-Op to assist in various engineering and operational tasks. The role involves managing projects, developing training documentation, and collaborating with different departments to improve operational efficiency.

Animal FeedManufacturingWholesale

Responsibilities

Initiate innovations with respect to process and equipment modifications or changes, which improve operating conditions, safety, energy conservation, environmental concerns, and/or profitability
Manage capital and expense projects from conception to production, including preparation of financial justification, specifying, purchasing, as well as tracking all spending related to the project
Develop maintenance and operator training documentation, conduct equipment qualification and initial training of production personnel, and make provisions for repair parts stocking levels
Work with the Division Superintendent to represent the interests of the Production Department in discussions with the Engineering, Process Development, and Research Departments on changes or new installations in the division
Project management tasks such as: purchasing of materials and supplies, equipment installation, budget tracking, employee training, and startup of projects
Monitor process equipment downtime records to identify troublesome equipment and provide recommendations for improvements
Calculate material balances when processes change or when directed by Division Superintendent
Responsible for concept, design, estimating, proposal submittal purchasing, installation, start-up, commissioning, documentation, training, and closure of capital projects
Develop project plans, timelines, cost estimates for process improvements to meet the overall manufacturing and operations objectives
Work directly with operations in troubleshooting and resolving process issues

Qualification

Process improvementProject managementExcelTechnical writingTime management

Required

Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering required. Other engineering disciplines may be considered
Strong verbal and technical writing skills
Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload

Preferred

Previous experience in a corn wet milling or similar industrial process is desired
Internship or co-op experience in an operations or manufacturing environment strongly desired
Advanced skill level in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications is strongly desired

Company

KENT WORLDWIDE

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Since 1927, KENT WORLDWIDE has been guided by a deep commitment to animal care, human nutrition, and doing what’s right — values that have shaped its evolution into a globally diversified company.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Kevin Fields
President, Chief Administrative Officer
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Lucas Knox
HR Business Partner
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