Supply Chain Intern

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Intern Professional-Hourly Indianapolis, IN, US

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world.
We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us!

This role is not a remote opportunity.

The Supply Chain Intern will learn about the functions of different areas of the Plant Warehouse and Distribution Center, supply chain processes, and the structures we have in place to ensure we deliver on-time in-full to our customers. The Intern will have the opportunity to participate in and learn about the logistics, distribution, and manufacturing support sides of the business. They will participate in assigned projects to improve operational efficiency and help expand understanding of supply chain processes.

• Utilizes all food safety and food security guidelines, including Safe Quality Foods (SQF) good manufacturing practices and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points.
• Assists in coordinating the activities of the employees engaged in manufacturing production support, distribution, and logistics.
• Creates training resources by collaborating with subject matter experts and conducting research.
• Develops and motivates team to solve own day-to-day issues and achieve goals through ongoing communication and facilitation of team meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or a related technical field
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail
• Very task-oriented
• Excellent critical thinking/problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
• Must be able to work seated using a computer and phone for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work extended hours, such as daily overtime and an occasional weekend
• Must possess visual acuity to document company records
• Continuous walking throughout plant and distribution center.