Mechanical​/Industrial Internship

About the Role

Are you currently in school, learning about the new and fun ways of machines and the mechanical side of this growing industry? Are you a big fan of chocolate? Come join our team here at Fannie May, a division of Ferrero USA in North Canton, Ohio, as our Mechanical Intern! In this position you will learn about the current processes of our machines that have made the chocolate that has been enjoyed over the last 100 years.

You will develop improvements on the processes and trainings for each machine and also have opportunities to learn and implement lean manufacturing methodologies such as 5S, AM, Kaizen, SMED, etc.

This position is an INTERNSHIP that would be for 6 months up to a year. This is a 30 hours a week position and the schedule can be flexible. This is a PAID internship, however this position does not include 401k, Health Insurance, Time off, etc. This position is located in North Canton, Ohio and at this time we are only considering candidates based in the local area.

• Assist in the development of new processes and training on all machines
• Work with MS Office computer tools to create final versions of work instructions
• Conduct time studies analysis to determine rates & cycles on production lines
• Perform all duties within GMP and SOP standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• Strong computer skills, experience working with MS Excel and MS Word
• Strong analytical, investigative, and organizational skills
• Must demonstrate good insight and ability to develop mutual solutions to challenges
• Able to work in a team environment
• Mechanical aptitude
• Previous experience in the industrial or engineering field preferred
• Students pursuing a degree in industrial field or engineering preferred

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet‑packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey  diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

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