Process Controls Engineer Intern at PIM BRANDS LLC

Franklin Township, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analytics, Mechanical Aptitude, Electrical Aptitude, Analytical Skills, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Mathematical Proficiency, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Job Details Job Location: Somerset - Somerset, NJ 08873 Position Type: Seasonal Salary Range: $20.00 - $21.00 Hourly Job Shift: 1st & 2nd Are you the "snack-obsessed" person in your friend group? Do you dream of turning your passion for snacks into something bigger… like a career? If you're a college student looking for a paid Summer 2026 internship, PIM Brands might just be your perfect match. Our 10-week immersive summer internship program at PIM Brands is designed for rising seniors eager to elevate their skills, gain hands-on experience, build lasting professional connections, and work with some of the most iconic and beloved brands out there, including Welch’s® Fruit Snacks. Open roles span across functions such as R&D, Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, HR, and more—offering interns the chance to work alongside experienced professionals committed to their development. Throughout the program, interns contribute to meaningful projects both independently and collaboratively, with opportunities to present their ideas and gain visibility with senior leadership. At PIM Brands, We Make The Brands You Love®. Our portfolio of products, from Welch’s® Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid® Chocolate Covered Raisins and Sour Jacks® Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results - oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM Brands, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise. Read more about this 2026 internship opportunity below. PIM Brands, Inc. is seeking bright, eager interns for our Maintenance Department. We are looking for a Process Controls Engineering Intern interested in starting a career at our Somerset NJ location. Overview: Develop documentation for both training and troubleshooting of equipment, processes and control programs targeting both production operators and maintenance technicians. Assist on debottlenecking projects to restore process flow and production capacity. Will engage with production associates to map processes and facilitate the team on identifying and testing improvements. Participate in the digitization of the plant floor. Create tools that will augment operators and technicians to improve standard work and understanding. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Lean production equipment, processes and related control programs. Develop training materials for both production operators and maintenance technicians. Initiates process studies into equipment/process flow and presents analysis details identifying opportunities for improvement. Works under supervision of other engineers and receives guidance in the use of standard company procedures for use in creating content for training and documenting plant controls and processes. Follows company safety and health guidelines and other company policies. Performs other work as assigned. Pursuing Bachelor's degree in chemical, electrical, mechanical or related engineering field. Professional experience in manufacturing/production a plus. Data analytics skills a plus. Mechanical and electrical aptitude required. Familiarity with Six Sigma methodology a plus. Analytical skills required. Required Skills/Experience: Microsoft Office experience Strong time management skills Excellent mathematical proficiency and effective interpersonal/communication skills Have access to local housing and reliable transportation Be able to work during our 10 week summer program, which is a 40-hour week, beginning June 1st, 2026 through at least August 7th 2026 Pay: The pay range for this position is $20.00 -- $21.00 per hour. PIM Brands takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs. Worksite The PIM Brands Manufacturing Site is located in Somerset, New Jersey This internship requires working on-site, Monday through Friday Business casual dress Professional development and training opportunities offered during the summer Awards & Accolades #10 Candy Company in North America #26 Global Candy Company NJ Best Places to Work - 2025 Top 50 Employer in New Jersey Makers of Welch’s Fruit Snacks - #1 Fruit Snacks in U.S. 2024 Advocate of the Year Award Recognized by NJBIA - State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility and in Research/Development 2024 Recognized by New Jersey Business Magazine 2024 Top 100 Privately Owned Company in the Metro NYC Market Excited about this 2026 internship opportunity, please apply! Don’t be discouraged if you don’t hear from us right away. We’re taking our time to review all resumes, and to find the best students for PIM Brands. Thanks for your interest in working with us. Build the summer career of your dreams. Find the best internship opportunity for you, here and now! PIM Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer PIM Brands is an e-Verify Employer Qualifications Education, Experience and Training · Pursuing Bachelor's degree in chemical, electrical, mechanical or related engineering field. · Professional experience in manufacturing/production a plus. · Data analytics skills a plus. · Mechanical and electrical aptitude required. · Familiarity with Six Sigma methodology a plus. · Analytical skills required. Awards & Accolades: · #10 Candy Company in North America · #26 Global Candy Company · Makers of Welch’s - #1 Fruit Snack in U.S. · 2024 Advocate of the Year Award · Recognized by NJBIA - State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility and in Research/Development 2024 · Recognized by New Jersey Business Magazine 2024 · Top 100 Privately Owned Company in the Metro NYC Market · Top 50 Employer in New Jerse PIM Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PIM Brands is an E-Verify Employer SOM123 #LI-OC

Responsibilities

The intern will develop documentation for training and troubleshooting of equipment and processes, and assist on debottlenecking projects to improve production capacity. They will also participate in the digitization of the plant floor and create tools to enhance operators' and technicians' work.