Operations Management Intern

Job Description Summary: Support CPI’s Vision, Mission, and Core Values. Assist with grain and agronomy operations. Build knowledge in various aspects of a co-op’s operations. Observe various leadership and management styles through hands on training in day-to-day operations. Gain “in the field” experience while learning the culture of CPI. Ensures compliance with CPI policies, regulations, procedures, and practices including all local, state, and federal laws.Essential Duties and Responsibilities* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Provide a positive attitude, image, and safe culture to customers and peers through exceptional and courteous customer service.* Follow the safety guidelines and safety programs established by CPI.* Is punctual, engaged, and willing to learn.* Promote and support CPI’s agronomy, energy, feed and grain programs. Work with various departments to gain an overall knowledge of company operations and processes. Gain a better understanding of the coop.* Support the grain and agronomy divisions in various facility operational activities.* Gain knowledge of: + Fertilizer plant mixing, loading trucks, reading work orders, etc. + Grain weighing, probing, bin designation, etc. + Various functions of the grain elevator (i.e. legs, boot pits, conveyors, housekeeping).* Observe various leadership and management styles.* Complete a variety of assignments related to day-to-day operations and processes. Perform projects as assigned under the direction of qualified staff.Skills and Specifications* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a focus on customer service.* Working knowledge of business computer skills (Microsoft Office, internet software, and CPI internal software).* Ability to multi-task and capability to excel in both team and self-directed settings.* Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.* Ability to read, write, and speak English.Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities.Education and Qualifications Candidate must be pursuing a degree in business management, ag business, or a related field and have completed their freshman, sophomore or junior year of academic courses from a university/college OR completed their freshman year of academic courses from a community or trade college. Candidate must be in good academic standing.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations