Operations Internship

Operations Internship

The Operations intern will work closely with Operations team members in implementing one or more large scale projects to improve safety in both our commercial truck and personally assigned vehicle fleets in the US and Canada. This full-time internship will be a six-to-eight-week paid assignment.

• Assist Operations staff in gathering internal information about our truck fleets that will aid in implementing telematics-based programs such as GPS-based routing and an electronic inspection process for our truck fleet
• Help plan projects, including developing timelines, determining stakeholders and needed resources
• Gather, interpret and present data for use in projects from internal sources
• Develop lists of action items for implementation, and help to begin working through them with assistance from Operations employees
• Provide updates to department management on progress for the projects

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

• Must possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail that will help us in developing a project plan and implementing it across our organization
• Ability to communicate and utilize interpersonal skills, as interfacing with multiple levels of employees, including senior management will be required
• Strong analytical skills in interpreting and presenting data
• Must be able to assist with multiple projects at one time
• Working knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office products
• Professional demeanor

Must be currently enrolled in a college or university with a course of study related to these projects. Courses of study may include but are not limited to:

• Business
• Supply Chain, Transportation and Logistics
• Project Management

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Physical demands include sitting for extended periods of time while frequently typing, viewing computer screens and use of mouse/keyboard.
• Operation of office equipment to include but not limited to telephones, printers, copiers, and scanners.
• Repetitive motion of data entry, hand, finger wrist motion and dexterity.
• May include filing and handling paperwork may involve reaching, grasping, or bending.
• Light lifting and carrying of office supplies, files, or boxes (generally under 25 lbs.).
• Will require walking and standing during the office hours.
• Good vision for reading and screen use.
• Clear verbal communication and active listening, often over the phone or video calls.

Location

• Beachwood, OH
• Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm ET. Currently, operating under a hybrid schedule with in-office days M-T-W and remote on Thursday and Friday. The hybrid schedule is subject

AUSTIN POWDER's Mission

To improve the world we live in through the safe and responsible use of explosives.

AUSTIN POWDER's Vision

We will be the global leader of explosive products, services and technologies as defined by our Customers, our Family and our Communities.

AUSTIN POWDER's Values

Safety is our 1st priority; WE are customer focused; we leverage the Power of the Family; We treat everyone with respect.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader to celebrate the company's rich history beginning in 1833. This is a unique opportunity to drive future success through continued transformation of key manufacturing processes and lead the sites to best in class performance levels and culture.

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.