Operations Management Intern, Fall 2026 - Orrville, OH

Your Opportunity as an Operations Management Intern

As an intern within our Operations Management team, you’ll be a working part of our Plant Logistics team and understand how large-scale operations and logistics teams function in unison. You will have the opportunity to learn how our supply chain operates- from procurement of raw materials all the way through shipping finished goods out to customers. This internship will be a real-life display of not only manufacturing but will also get a front row seat to how all supply chain roles in the enterprise work together to meet the same end goal.

Location: Orrville, OH

Work Arrangements: 100% On site

In This Role You Will

• Reconcile inventory transactions, file shipment documentation, and provide support in daily shipment activities.
• Support audit requirements as needed by pulling documentation and assist with any corrective actions.
• Act as single point of contact for setting daily dock appointments inbound raw materials.
• Record raw material receipts in Oracle (purchasing) System as needed to ensure prompt payment.
• Create and oversee process for central filing location of certificate of analysis documentation.
• Assist the plant procurement team in reviewing daily Material Requirements Reports (MRP) and issuing purchase orders to replenish inventory.
• Support an improvement project identified during the co-op term with a final report-out to leadership at the conclusion of the rotation.
• Support Logistics team with special projects as needed.
• Support Safety and Quality initiatives.
• Exposure to many different supply chain and operations computer-based systems.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• A Sophomore or higher with requisite educational experience in supply chain, logistics, warehousing, or another relevant field
• A well-rounded skill set including computer and analytics experience, adaptability, creative problem solving and effective communication
• A passion to help in our Inclusion, Diversity & Equity journey – working toward a thriving community where everyone feels mutual respect, a sense of belonging and can express their whole selves
  
  

Why Choose the J.M. Smucker Company’s Internship Program?

Are You Seeking An Exceptional Internship Experience At a Fortune 500 Company? At Smucker, We Are Dedicated To Providing a World-class, Award-winning Internship That Offers You The Opportunity To

• Learn: Unlock your potential in a collaborative and supportive environment where you are treated like a true peer and challenged to be your best.
• Grow: Benefit from hands-on training with a dedicated mentor and connect with peers and leaders throughout the company.
• Lead: Contribute to high-profile projects that support our Company’s growing categories like snacks, coffee and pet food.
  
  

Additional Perks

Along with engaging work, we offer a variety of benefits to ensure your internship is both rewarding and memorable. These include:

• Unique opportunities to network and interact with company leadership
• Customized professional development sessions
• Networking events and social outings with fellow interns
• Access to a fully equipped fitness center, complete with a basketball court, indoor walking track, and recreational league sports
• The Orchard, our gourmet cafeteria, offering breakfast and lunch with seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients
• A competitive compensation package, including paid corporate holidays
• Compensation range: $19/hr - $24/hr
• **Actual hourly rate is determined based upon the year of college that will be completed at the start of the internship**
• Employee discounts at our Company Store
• A housing stipend for interns relocating for the program
  
  

Experience an internship where you can learn, grow, and lead — all while being part of something special at Smucker.

Learn More About Working At Smucker

• Our Internship Program
• Delivering on Our Purpose
• Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All
  
  

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