What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Intern position at WuXi AppTec?
Seeking a motivated college student (Business or related field) for a summer internship within a pharmaceutical manufacturing operations team. This role provides exposure to GMP manufacturing environments, operational workflows, and collaboration across functional teams. This role will support process implementation, document control and consolidation, record keeping and more. While also gaining knowledge of GMP manufacturing and valuable leadership experience.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in mapping, implementation and documenting manufacturing processes (dispensing, granulation, encapsulation, compression, coating, etc.)
Conduct time studies and analyze workflow efficiency
Support continuous improvement initiatives (material flow, changeover reduction etc.)
Analyze operational data (downtime, yield, deviations) and present findings
Review SOPs for clarity and usability improvements
Collaborate with operations, engineering, and quality teams
Shadow operators and supervisors during day-to-day operations
Prepare presentations summarizing project outcomes and recommendations
Learning Objectives
Gain understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and GMP regulations
Experience in managing people and day-to-day operations to build leadership skills
Develop data analysis and problem-solving skills
Learn operational excellence and continuous improvement methods
Build cross-functional communication experience
Qualifications
Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, operations management, supply chain, or related field
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Good communication skills
Interest in manufacturing and/or pharmaceutical industry
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Key Responsibilities
Assist in mapping, implementation and documenting manufacturing processes (dispensing, granulation, encapsulation, compression, coating, etc.)
Conduct time studies and analyze workflow efficiency
Support continuous improvement initiatives (material flow, changeover reduction etc.)
Analyze operational data (downtime, yield, deviations) and present findings
Review SOPs for clarity and usability improvements
Collaborate with operations, engineering, and quality teams
Shadow operators and supervisors during day-to-day operations
Prepare presentations summarizing project outcomes and recommendations
Learning Objectives
Gain understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and GMP regulations
Experience in managing people and day-to-day operations to build leadership skills
Develop data analysis and problem-solving skills
Learn operational excellence and continuous improvement methods
Build cross-functional communication experience
Qualifications
Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, operations management, supply chain, or related field
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Good communication skills
Interest in manufacturing and/or pharmaceutical industry
Need help finding the right job?
We can recommend jobs specifically for you! An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability Click here to get started.