Operations Support Intern (Summer 2024)

Hiring now for an Operations Support Intern (Summer 2024).This is an hourly non-exempt position at an hourly rate of $21.87. 

The Mendocino Companies (Mendocino Forest Products Company, Mendocino Redwood Company, Humboldt Redwood Company, Humboldt Sawmill Company, and Allweather Wood), is a leading manufacturer and distributor of environmentally certified redwood, Douglas-fir, preservative treated, and fire retardant treated lumber products throughout California and the Western U.S. Our culture is based on environmental stewardship and community support. The company maintains Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC® C013133) certification for its forestlands, manufacturing, and distribution operations. 

Job Specific Information

Opportunity

Exciting opportunity to work as an Operations Support Intern during Summer 2024 at our Ukiah, CA facility. Our commitment to environmental responsibility extends to all areas of our business, from the forest to manufacturing operations and through to the distribution of lumber products to our customers. Operational excellence is important to how we manage our businesses in a sustainable manner.

The Operations Support Intern may be assigned to work in one or more of the following functional areas:

• Sawmill Operations
• Wood Treating Operations
• Supply Chain and Distribution
• Safety
• Purchasing/Procurement

Housing and travel

• Paid, shared company housing is available.
• Travel costs paid by the company.

• Opportunity to grow your career by working in your field of study and learning from experienced mentors.
• Hands on work experience in a complex manufacturing and distribution environment.
• Work cooperatively with employees, managers, and supervisors in different departments.
• Possibility of full-time job placement after graduation.
• Review and analyze data and information.
• Complete assigned tasks/projects in a timely manner.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures.

• Current Junior or Senior in an accredited college program.
• Major in Manufacturing/Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, preferred.
• Able to work Mon-Fri, eight (8) hours a day for 6-8 weeks during Summer 2024. Some weekend work may be required.
• Proficient in basic computer programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Previous work experience preferred.
• Open to relocation for career advancement at one of our locations.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• GPA of 3.0 is required. Must be able to provide transcripts.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and communicate.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. 
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close, distance, color, peripheral and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and vibration. 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• This position requires eye protection, hearing protection, leather or rubber gloves, safety shoes, and hard hat.

Competencies 

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Valuing Diversity of our Workforce and Offering a Drug Free Workplace