The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

The Operations Intern program for the Simplot Food Group Manufacturing organization is an integrated opportunity, giving you a broad understanding of the Manufacturing process.  You will learn about multiple processes involved to produce quality potato or vegetable products.  This could include Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Sanitation, Safety, Production and/or Continuous Improvement.  The position is a full time, summer-long Internship running approximately from May through August, with a potential to extend to October.  

Key Responsibilities Assists in data analysis of projects Assists as needed on the production floor to gather data and review/explain Complete specific job duties and projects while working with many different people and positions to gain understanding of various jobs in potato/vegetable processing Great exposure to the Manufacturing process of producing potato and vegetable products Other duties as assigned to support the operations and continuous improvement teams at the Plant Typical Education

 Must be currently enrolled in a college/university with a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA)

Relevant Experience Strong interest in food product development Self motivated Critical thinking skills Can work with minimal supervision Good written and verbal communication skills Computer proficient Required Certifications

Valid Driver's license

Other Information Able and willing to work in both hot and cold environments Duration:  May through August with potential to run through October Typical schedule is Monday - Friday, day shift, 40 hours per week with a possibility of moving to another shift as needed per project Relocation assistance is available Junior/Senior preferred, but not required

Job Requisition ID: 19775

Travel Required: None

Location(s): GF Plant - Pasco 

Country: United States

**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. **