What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Automation Internship position at KLN ENTERPRISES INC?
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.
