COMPANY OVERVIEW
International Grains and Cereal (IGC), part of the Empresas Polar group, specializes in producing yellow, white, and sweet corn flour. Our internationally recognized brand, P.A.N. Corn Meal, can be found today in over 60 countries. We buy domestic corn from local farmers, mill the corn in our plant, and ship the finished products domestically and internationally. Our quality and food safety policies ensure the satisfaction of our customers and consumers through innovation and continuous improvement processes.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Industrial Engineer Intern will support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives within our production facility. This role provides hands-on experience in manufacturing operations, process optimization, performance measurement, and data-driven decision-making. The intern will work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and leadership teams to analyze operational performance, identify improvement opportunities, and support strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency, productivity, and overall plant performance.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work 12 hour rotating day/night shifts.
• Extensive knowledge of frozen food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of food production processes, quality control systems, and relevant regulations (e.g., HACCP)
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to make timely decisions under pressure, sometimes with little information
• Ability to impact operational performance
• Broad practice in conflict resolution
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practice
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
• Bachelor degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Subject to varying seasonal temperature changes within the plant and exposure to
environmental dust.
• Must wear protective head, hands, face, ears and or other body gear as required.
• May work on computers or other operational equipment usually works on projects with
maintenance department.
Certifications:
• Supply Chain Management (Preferred)
• HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points)
• GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
In order to provide equal employment to all qualified individuals, employment decisions at IGC will be based on careful consideration of qualifications, education, prior experience, and abilities. Diversity is a priority at IGC and there is no discrimination in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, sex (gender), disability, pregnancy, genetic condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.