Operations Intern (Transportation) (Project Management)
GPS Manufacturer/Distributor
As a leading worldwide provider of navigation devices and wearable technology, our focus is on developing, designing and supporting superior products. Our advanced technology promotes performance, safety and ease of use in every market we serve. That makes us an engineering and technology company with a keen focus on recruiting talent in those fields. But the same vertical integration business model that keeps all design and manufacturing processes in-house also gives us the incentive to hire top performers from different backgrounds, including operations, finance and accounting, information technology, sales, marketing and communications.
We?re seeking for a Full-Time Global Transportation Intern at our headquarters in Olathe, KS. As an Operations Intern, you?ll get to design and help implement efficient product flow processes, provide analysis and input on physical layout design of workspace for maximum flexibility and productivity, analyze, design and improve methods, functionality, and ergonomics to enhance productivity, reduce fatigue, and insure a safe environment, and provide input on traffic flow of product within the production and warehouse systems.
Other responsibilities include:
Streamline product movement activities to decrease cycle time of material flow
Apply statistical methods to estimate future distribution requirements and to analyze product or process performance
Monitor and streamline daily carrier reports to proactively track shipment progression and address potential issues
Support supply chain security program
Design/document processes, tools or systems utilizing and applying knowledge of engineering principles
Analyze new product introduction processes for efficiency and create tools and checklists to improve efficiency of future product launches
Analyze and model options for global distribution networks and provide recommendations for best options
Prepare reports based on findings and present reports to peers and management
Prepare flow charts and diagrams as needed
Recommend and provide analysis on machinery that enhances distribution functions
Develop and maintain maintenance documents that record compliance
Leverage technology and maintain automated systems for effective management and control of department activity to minimize manual record keeping
Perform methodical audit of transportation invoices across all modes and providers to ensure adherence to contract rates and requirements
Qualifications:
Qualified candidates for this internship will possess the following education, experience & skills:
Junior level in a Bachelor?s Degree program in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
Strong academics (GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Must possess proficient computer skills using Microsoft Word and Excel and PowerPoint
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Qualified candidates will also be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others, demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment, and be detail-oriented and have the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
Candidates with previous experience in a manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution operations preferred, proficiency in statistical analysis, and/or the ability to speak, read, write in Spanish, German, or French are preferred.
Garmin Intern Perks
Social activities and service opportunities planned for interns
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Test cutting-edge Garmin products before they are released
No formal dress code
Assigned mentor to answer your questions and help you grow in your technical skill sets
Associate discount on consumer products
Paid, coordinated housing or stipend option for interns whose permanent address is located more than 50 miles from Garmin HQ
Housing stipend option for those at field locations (non-Olathe) whose permanent address is located more than 50 miles from the field location
If you join us full-time, your time as an intern counts towards becoming fully vested with your 401K
Waived registration fees for Garmin-approved races
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran?s status, age or disability.
