Intern, Engineering at Refresco

Egypt Lake-Leto, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Process optimization, Equipment troubleshooting, Preventive maintenance, Data analysis, Quality control, Food safety compliance, Continuous improvement, Microsoft Office Suite, Communication skills, Project management, Manufacturing efficiency, Safety regulations, Technical documentation, Interpersonal skills, Business acumen

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

The Engineering Intern will be responsible for supporting daily operations within their assigned department. This internship provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced beverage manufacturing environment, allowing interns to develop industry knowledge, technical skills, and professional growth. Interns will be placed in a specific department based on their interests, skills, and business needs, where they will assist with projects, process improvements, and day-to-day operations for a period of 3 to 6 months. Essential Job Functions: * Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts) * Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF). * Functions will vary based on department placement but may include: * Operations: Support daily production activities, assist in process improvements, and learn about high-speed manufacturing efficiency. * Maintenance: Assist with equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and asset reliability projects. * Quality Assurance: Support quality control testing, data collection, and compliance with food safety standards. * Engineering: Assist with process optimization, equipment design modifications, and efficiency improvements. Support capital projects, data analysis, and troubleshooting to enhance manufacturing performance and reliability. * Learning and developing people skills with an understanding of business acumen within a manufacturing facility. * Manage a single assigned “project” that supports continuous improvement efforts. * Comply with all safety regulations and company policies. * Maintain documentation, reports, and logs relevant to the internship function. * Shadow experienced professionals and gain exposure to best practices in beverage manufacturing. Required Skills: * Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment. * Interest in beverage manufacturing and industrial operations. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is preferred. * Ability to support process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste. * Ability to work in a hands-on environment and adapt to changing priorities. * Follow all safety procedures, company policies, and regulatory requirements while on-site. Competencies: * Communication Skills (Written & Verbal) * Sound Judgement * Innovative Research and Application of Safety Concepts * Interpersonal Tactfulness * General Compliance Knowledge (General Industry) Education and Experience: * Recently graduated or currently enrolled in good academic standing with a college or University pursuing a degree in Engineering, Business, HR, Supply Chain, Food Science, Finance, Safety, or a related field. * GPA of 3.0 or greater within declared major. * Must be at least 18 years old. * You will be expected to work all hours requested by your supervisor, and complete all hours required by your university to receive credit (if applicable). Working Conditions: * Physical Demands– Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight. * Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time. * Work environment – Work and environment fasted paced, requiring ability to remain focused under pressure. * Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, project management, accuracy or similar demands. * Typical work week is Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. * Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation. Travel Requirements: * N/A Other Duties: * This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Responsibilities

The intern will support daily operations, process improvements, and project management within a beverage manufacturing environment. They will assist departments such as Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality Assurance to enhance manufacturing performance and reliability.