Warehouse Operations Internship
POSITION PURPOSE:
KeHE’s Internship Program is seeking rising juniors, seniors, and MBA students who have
demonstrated high performance and leadership in academics, work, both on campus, and in
volunteer settings. Top candidates will be evaluated on their cultural fit with KeHE’s core values,
and with their aspirations to advance into leadership roles in their careers.
This highly-selective program offers the intern to own and drive impactful projects for their
business unit and beyond over the course of 10-12 weeks. KeHE will invest in the growth of each
participant by including them in projects, mentoring relationships, as well as a variety of
internally and externally facilitated learning events and workshops.
As with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE’s
Mission, Vision, and Values.
DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Support analysis of operational workflows, labor planning, capacity, and productivity
· Assist with tracking and reviewing key operational and supply chain metrics (throughput, service levels, safety, and efficiency)
· Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on process optimization and cost effectiveness
· Help document operational processes, standard work, and best practices
· Collaborate with cross-functional partners including transportation, inventory, and quality teams
· Exposure to end-to-end supply chain operations within a distribution center environment
· Understanding of warehouse operations management, demand flow, and performance measurement
· Experience working alongside operations leadership in a fast-paced supply chain setting
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
• Client-focused, results-driven mindset
• Ability to collaborate in a team-oriented, dynamic environment
• Critical thinking skills and an entrepreneurial spirit
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership experience in college activities or internships
• Demonstrated participation in volunteer work or charitable programs
• Demonstrated fit with KeHE’s core values
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• High school diploma required
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a similar Business-related field
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.