Intern (Accounting-Fall 2023-Dubuque)
Purpose of the Position As part of Simmons Foods, interns have the opportunity to work on improving the production of all of our products, anda variety of other areas including Information Systems, Human Resources, Marketing and Communications and otheradministrative functions.
Essential Position Responsibilities Students are seeking opportunities that stimulate their interests and provide real-world experiences.
The best way tostructure the interns work is to plan for the following three types of work:
1.
Project work:
On day 1, the intern will be introduced to his/her team and presented with a 10 weekproject.
The project needs to be a solution seeking, challenging, real day problem that not only fits theneeds of your department/facility but also allows the intern to use his/her skills relating to their major ofstudy.
The team will consist of the intern, supervisor, buddy (recent graduate 1-2 years out that will helpintern learn the ropes) and a mentor (ops manager or department head).
Once a week, the team will berequired to meet and discuss the progress of the project.
At the end of the summer, the intern couldpresent their project work to the Executive Team.
2.
Background work:
This should be general work that is important and requires some skill.
The purposeof background work is to help intern understand the fundamentals of the process.
In other words, learnwhat the issue is that has caused the need for the assigned project so there is a better understanding ofhow to begin the work/solution.
The balance of the primary project, background, and day-to-day work will enable the intern to be productive and havea well-rounded learning experience.
Evaluation throughout the Internship Interns will look to their supervisor/mentor to help them transition from the classroom to the workplace.
Supervisor/mentors will be required to meet with Intern on a bi-weekly basis to provide feedback concerning the intern'sperformance.
During these meetings the following areas need to be discussed:
oProject status oHow their work is contributing to the organization oDiscussion of interns strengths and areas needing growth and development oInsight about what work lies ahead oAddress any questions the Intern might haveFinal EvaluationIn the last week of the program, the supervisor will need to complete the final evaluation (see attachment).
Finalevaluations are helpful when determining the intern's success within Simmons Foods for potential growth withinSimmons Foods and their personal career.
Create a continuous improvement culture.
Develops a continuous improvement culture in order to improveprocesses and is continuously finding ways to drive out waste.
Accomplishes quality performance which meets orexceeds all line, department, facility, company, and USDA/FDA guidelines or grading process for a total qualityprogram and customer relations.
Participates as a member of the Team.
Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation ofteam concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members.
Attendsappropriate team meetings.
As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.
g.
,direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.
Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lackcohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner toresolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the largerorganization.
Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives:
Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems(e.
g.
quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity withthe systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individualactions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives:
This position description is intended toguide the activities of the Supervisor Trainee and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to thework of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.
Physical Activities:
Must be able to work on feet for multiple hours, work in various temperatures, and the ability to lifta minimum of 10 pounds.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
As required by visiting facility.
Travel:
Depending on assignment Technical
Experience:
Knowledge of business and management principles.
Willingness to lead, take charge, andoffer opinions and direction.
Ability to use computers and computer programs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
Industry
Experience:
Preferred experience in manufacturing or poultry.
Minimum Education:
In process of completing a degree program for a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in related field ofposition requirement.
Recommended Skills Business Planning Business Process Improvement Creativity Customer Relationship Management Human Resources Information Systems Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Essential Position Responsibilities Students are seeking opportunities that stimulate their interests and provide real-world experiences.
The best way tostructure the interns work is to plan for the following three types of work:
1.
Project work:
On day 1, the intern will be introduced to his/her team and presented with a 10 weekproject.
The project needs to be a solution seeking, challenging, real day problem that not only fits theneeds of your department/facility but also allows the intern to use his/her skills relating to their major ofstudy.
The team will consist of the intern, supervisor, buddy (recent graduate 1-2 years out that will helpintern learn the ropes) and a mentor (ops manager or department head).
Once a week, the team will berequired to meet and discuss the progress of the project.
At the end of the summer, the intern couldpresent their project work to the Executive Team.
2.
Background work:
This should be general work that is important and requires some skill.
The purposeof background work is to help intern understand the fundamentals of the process.
In other words, learnwhat the issue is that has caused the need for the assigned project so there is a better understanding ofhow to begin the work/solution.
The balance of the primary project, background, and day-to-day work will enable the intern to be productive and havea well-rounded learning experience.
Evaluation throughout the Internship Interns will look to their supervisor/mentor to help them transition from the classroom to the workplace.
Supervisor/mentors will be required to meet with Intern on a bi-weekly basis to provide feedback concerning the intern'sperformance.
During these meetings the following areas need to be discussed:
oProject status oHow their work is contributing to the organization oDiscussion of interns strengths and areas needing growth and development oInsight about what work lies ahead oAddress any questions the Intern might haveFinal EvaluationIn the last week of the program, the supervisor will need to complete the final evaluation (see attachment).
Finalevaluations are helpful when determining the intern's success within Simmons Foods for potential growth withinSimmons Foods and their personal career.
Create a continuous improvement culture.
Develops a continuous improvement culture in order to improveprocesses and is continuously finding ways to drive out waste.
Accomplishes quality performance which meets orexceeds all line, department, facility, company, and USDA/FDA guidelines or grading process for a total qualityprogram and customer relations.
Participates as a member of the Team.
Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation ofteam concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members.
Attendsappropriate team meetings.
As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.
g.
,direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.
Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lackcohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner toresolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the largerorganization.
Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives:
Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems(e.
g.
quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity withthe systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individualactions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives:
This position description is intended toguide the activities of the Supervisor Trainee and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to thework of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.
Physical Activities:
Must be able to work on feet for multiple hours, work in various temperatures, and the ability to lifta minimum of 10 pounds.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
As required by visiting facility.
Travel:
Depending on assignment Technical
Experience:
Knowledge of business and management principles.
Willingness to lead, take charge, andoffer opinions and direction.
Ability to use computers and computer programs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
Industry
Experience:
Preferred experience in manufacturing or poultry.
Minimum Education:
In process of completing a degree program for a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in related field ofposition requirement.
Recommended Skills Business Planning Business Process Improvement Creativity Customer Relationship Management Human Resources Information Systems Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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