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Manufacturing Automation Internship

Kenny's Candy & Confections
Perham, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 2/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Manufacturing Automation Internship

KLN Family Brands / Kenny’s Candy & Confections

Associate Degree Students…We’re looking for you!

Our Story

KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in the heart of MN lakes country. Together, our companies manufacture a diverse and expanding range of high-quality human and pet food products.

At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that “We are a proud people-first company. We are successful because of trust-based relationships, and first-rate products for our families and friends. We better the world by caring for others. We challenge. We grow. We inspire.”

Some companies have to “fudge the story” a little. Some need the extra “spin” to shine a positive light on themselves. That’s not who we are at KLN Family Brands, and that’s not what we do. We tell the story of our brand – our people , the quality & safety of our products, our tradition & trust , our bold innovation , and the way we treat our community & beyond . We do it in a genuine way because we genuinely believe we’re a pretty amazing company.

We’re looking for a Manufacturing Automation Intern for the summer of 2025 that is serious about a career in manufacturing. If you are willing to learn from the best and have a desire to participate in the growth of some of the fastest growing brands in the confectionary industry, you’ve stumbled upon the right job.

The Opportunity

As a Manufacturing Automation Intern , you’ll work closely with our Maintenance & Reliability Manager, Maintenance & Reliability Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, and the entire operations team.

Daily Duties and Responsibilities :

Weeks 1-2 :

  • Safety
  • Mechanical Technician Support and Troubleshooting – Learning Plant
  • Electrical Technician Support and Troubleshooting – Learning Plant
  • Automation Technician Support and Troubleshooting – Learning Plant
  • Weeks 3-6 :
  • Safety
  • Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) Procedures
  • Weeks 7-10 :
  • Safety
  • Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) Procedures
  • Supply / Spare Parts
  • Create One Point Lessons (OPLs) / Work Instructions (WIs)
  • Continuous Improvement (CI) / Focused Improvement (FI) Work

You Will Learn Things Like :

  • Innovation and creativity
  • Goal setting and KPI measurement
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Oral and written communication
  • Teamwork and leadership
  • What You’ll Need to be Successful at KLN Family Brands / Kenny’s Candy & Confections :

  • Completed the first year of an Associate Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field
  • The ability to dedicate 10-12 weeks to the internship program for the summer of 2025
  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • The ability to work in a team atmosphere and be a great co-worker
  • The ability to work on-site at our Perham, MN facility for the summer
  • Interns who demonstrate exceptional performance and a passion for our business may have the opportunity for full-time employment upon graduation.

    Pay for this position will be a percentage of industry standards based on typical full-time starting salaries, and will depend on your year in school and your timeline to graduation.

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