Manufacturing Operations Internship (Summer 2027) Foremost Farms USA United States, Wisconsin, Lancaster 932 N Madison St (Show on map) Sep 15, 2026 About Us Foremost Farms USA is one of the largest, leading dairy cooperatives in the United States and major dairy food and ingredients manufacturing business. We represent hundreds of Midwest dairy farmer members located in seven Midwest states, and we produce about 500 million pounds of cheese and 50 million pounds of butter in plants across our network every year. "We Bring Dairy to Life" in seven manufacturing plants across Wisconsin and Michigan and in our headquarters in Middleton (Madison), Wisconsin; and we're looking for employees who are innovative and aim for excellence in our wide variety of production, field and business roles. Join us! About This Opportunity

JOB TITLE

Manufacturing Operations Internship (Summer 2027)

POSITION TYPE

Intern

CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt $20.00 per hour Monday - Friday, Day Shift

FOREMOST FARMS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW

At Foremost, our internship program has two primary goals: bringing fresh ideas and innovative thinking to our organization while providing students with meaningful, hands-on experiences that support their professional and career development. Our internships are designed around real business needs and meaningful projects that align with each intern's academic background, skills, and career interests. Depending on the role and project, interns may work on-site or in a hybrid environment. Interns have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals, tackle real-world business challenges, and make a meaningful contribution to Foremost's success. We are committed to creating a supportive, engaging learning environment where interns are encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, and take ownership of their work. Throughout the summer, interns gain valuable professional experience, develop new skills, and build connections that can help prepare them for their future careers.

INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES & PROJECTS

As a Foremost intern, you'll have the opportunity to work on strategic, real-world projects that may include:

Preventative Maintenance Optimization:

Conduct a deep dive into Preventive Maintenance (PM) work orders at our Lancaster plant, enhancing PMs to provide clear, comprehensive standard work, identify opportunities to reduce equipment downtime, and develop improvements that could be applied across the Foremost network.

Production Standard Work:

Observe assigned production roles and develop clear Standard Work by analyzing cycle times and their impact on Takt Time, identifying opportunities to adjust tasks and improve efficiency, and supporting improvements that can be replicated across Foremost plants.

SCORE/Proaction Implementation Support:

Support the SCORE/Proaction rollout at our Lancaster plant by learning and supporting the use of Proaction technology, participating in problem-solving activities from 5 Whys to 8D, executing active supervisor tours (ASTs), and supporting standard operating procedure (SOP) creation, auditing, behavior safety observations, and other SCORE initiatives.

BENEFITS OF INTERNING AT FOREMOST

Competitive compensation Company-provided housing, if needed Fun and engaging team building and networking events Hands-on, real-world learning experience Opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals and industry leaders Opportunity to present your work and project outcomes to Foremost's executive leadership team at the conclusion of your internship

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in a related field Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer applications Highly organized with strong attention to detail Must be available to work from early June 2027 through early to mid-August 2027 Based near our Lancaster, WI plant, with willingness to travel to other Foremost plant locations as needed

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Junior or Senior class standing Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career related to the internship Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply. At Foremost Farms USA, we believe that employee diversity brings strength to our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Successful completion of pre-employment screening is required, which could include a drug test, background check, and other verifications or assessments to be sure you will be able to succeed in your position. Are you ready to Be Foremost? Apply today at www.foremostfarms.com