Continuous Improvement Co-Op Intern

Summary

Summer is just around the corner, and what better way to enjoy it than to intern with Amy's Kitchen!

We are a family-owned, proudly independent organic food company and Certified B Corporation whose purpose is to make it easy and enjoyable for everyone to eat well. Amy's is committed to cooking authentic great tasting food with high quality, meticulously sourced organic ingredients and making them convenient for consumers.

Location: Pocatello, ID.

Duration: 6 months

Start Date: June 15th, 2026 (open to part-time and full-time)

Pay: $18-20/hr.

Department: Continuous Improvement

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Project Details:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Co-Op intern to join the Continuous Improvement Team this summer and fall. The ideal candidate will gain hands-on experience while supporting process improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment. The intern will be assigned to specific production process and will deliver data-driven process improvement recommendations through direct observation, analysis, and collaboration with operations teams.

This structured 6-month program provides practical exposure to manufacturing operations, continuous improvement methodologies, and cross-functional teamwork. High-performing co-op interns may be considered for full-time employment opportunities upon successful completion of the program.

• Observe assigned manufacturing process(es) to understand workflows, constraints, and performance drivers.
• Collect and analyze operational data related to efficiency, quality, downtime, or waste.
• Identify improvement opportunities and support root cause analysis activities.
• Partner with operators, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to understand current practices.
• Develop and present process improvement recommendations supported by data.
• Assist with implementation or validation of approved improvements where applicable.
• Document process maps, standard work, or project findings.

Qualifications and Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequired. Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Attending a four-year college or university toattain a degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field;or already awardedbachelor'sdegree from a four-year college or university.

Required Skills

• Clear written communication and documentation skills.

• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; data analysis skills preferred.
• Interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional plant teams.
• Ability to observe processes and translate them into step-by-step instructions.
• Continuous improvement or problem-solving mindset.

Skills

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.

• Ability to make effective presentations on complex topics to plant management and other stakeholders.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to define problems, collect data,establishfacts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee isfrequentlyrequired to sit,stand;walk;use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can bemoderate.