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Operations Management Intern

Scot Forge Company is looking to hire three Operations Management Interns for the Summer of 2026 at the corporate facility in Spring Grove, IL. An operations management internship at Scot Forge will provide a variety of experiences and exposure to the manufacturing management profession. This intern will be supporting the operations team through their daily tasks and projects.

This Program Offers:

• Paid Compensation
• Professional Career Development and Mentoring
• Real World Problem Solving
• Meaningful Project Work
• Collaborative Work Environment

Anticipated Projects include:

• Collaborating with the Plant Management and Supervisors on identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives throughout the manufacturing floor.
• Participate in and support shop floor projects focused on enhancing productivity, reducing waste, and optimizing processes.
• Join daily walks and meetings to observe operations and help identify areas for improvement.
• Assist in driving 5S activities, including organizing and participating in 5S events within the shop.
• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Daily Control Meeting (DCM) activities to help maintain equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Help track and act on identified action items to support operational goals.
• Assist in conducting root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues affecting quality and productivity
• Support compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Qualifications:

Required Skills

• Minimum Sophomore standing in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field
• Independent worker with strong self-management and problem-solving skills, who can demonstrate learning agility in Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and Process Optimization initiatives
• Knowledge of SolidWorks or other CAD/CAM software
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques, including 5S and Kaizen, preferred
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Skills

• Certifications in Lean Manufacturing Techniques, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis, and/or Safety Compliance

• Effective collaborator with strong communication skills
• Knowledge of a wide variety of manufacturing processes
• Previous exposure to CNC machining or machinery
• Geometrical Tolerance specification/application knowledge

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work anywhere in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Must be able to pass a 90 day head hair drug test today

Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Job Description

Description

Job Title: Community Donation Manager  

Savers Benefits

Geographic & job eligibility rules may apply

Healthcare Plans 

Comprehensive coverage (medical/dental/vision) at a reasonable cost 

Specialized health programs – Improve wellness (quit smoking, counseling, diabetes management, chronic joint pain) 

Paid Time Off 

Sick Pay  

Vacation Pay - Approximately 2 weeks  

6 paid holidays plus 1 to 2 additional floating holidays 

Team member discounts 

Up to 50% off store merchandise 

Flexible spending accounts 

Use pre-tax dollars for eligible health and day care expenses 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

A whole suite of free tools and resources to manage life’s challenges and maintain a healthy work-life balance 

Retirement Plan 

A 401k plan with generous company matching contributions to assist you in saving for a secure financial future. 

Life insurance 

Company provided peace of mind and the option to purchase a supplemental plan 

Additional Benefits 

Annual Bonus 

Performance Merit Increases 

Disability Insurance 

Parental Leave 

Who we are:  

As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for value priced pre-owned clothing, accessories and household goods, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire a future where secondhand is second nature. We supply our stores with gently-used, one-of-a-kind items that have been donated by the community to local nonprofit organizations. We purchase these items directly from our nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items away from landfills and on to our store racks and shelves for reuse, and providing our partners with valuable funding for their community-based programs and services. You’ll often hear us say that we are “Thrift Proud.” It’s the millions of loyal customers who visit our 300+ stores and our more than 22,000 team members that make it possible. Learn more about the Savers® family of thrift stores, our impact, and the #ThriftProud movement at savers.com.  

Our brands are Savers (in the U.S.), 2nd Ave (in the U.S.), Value Village (in the U.S. and Canada), Unique (in the U.S.), Village des Valeurs (in Quebec) and Savers Australia.    

What you can expect:   

• The opportunity to celebrate uniqueness. We are made up of people from many different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, all with something special to contribute. 
• To work in a purpose-driven company, with a business model that people love for our impact on both the planet and local communities. 
• An investment in the career path interests of our people. With our aggressive store expansion plans, we recognize the importance of the continued growth and development of our team members. 

What you get:  

Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one. 

In-house expertise! Our training department / Savers University develops and delivers robust training to every team member across our organization — from new hires to senior executives. We develop around 90% of our training internally, and partner with a variety of renowned providers to supplement our offerings. 

What you’ll be working on:  

Accountable for the overall management and direction of the processes associated with the day-to-day functions of the Community Donation Center to make Savers the donation center of choice. Upholds company standards, regulations, and laws throughout all donor areas of the store (inside and outside), remaining aware of donor needs and monitoring and ensuring fast, friendly, and respectful service at point of donation. Responsible for promoting brand awareness in their community and developing relationships with and inspiring local organizations to partner with Savers. Manages a team of Community Donation Center Ambassadors. The Community Donation Manager is guided by the Savers Vision and Core Values.

Donation Center Operations  

• Ensures CDC is organized, clean, safe, and welcoming; ensures donation flow, storage and staging are always maintained.
• Partners with the Production Manager/Store Manager to manage donation flow from the CDC into the production room to help facilitate a manageable supply flow at all times.
• Engages with customers and donors to actively promote Savers’ brand both in the store and in the community as required.
• Ensures donations are accurately weighed by classification and accounted for.
• Plans, tracks, and measures donation goals and results.
• Uses the CDC Scheduler and Daily Planner to schedule CDC Ambassadors appropriately, ensuring coverage is aligned with expected volume and donor traffic.
• Utilizes, in accordance with Savers standards, branded sign packages and all other company approved materials that promote the Savers brand.
• Leverages Voice of the Customer Program to improve donor satisfaction.
• Performs the duties of the CDC Ambassador as required.

Leadership and Development  

• Leads, directs, and supervises the work of CDC Ambassadors.
• Plans staffing needs; recruits, selects, and trains new CDC Ambassadors.
• Regularly interacts, trains, coaches, and counsels the CDC Ambassadors. Provides recognition and candid feedback. Addresses complaints and solves issues.
• Develops a culture of genuine appreciation for donors and donations at the CDC by ensuring Ambassadors are providing fast, friendly, respectful service, consistently and positively representing the store’s nonprofit partner, and demonstrating the company’s brand and values.
• Identifies and develops high potential team members for supervisory and management positions through on-the-job, guided work.
• Role models and maintains a respectful, values-driven workplace that adheres to all Savers’ Policies and Procedures.
• Functions as an active member of the management team

Donor Service  

• Delivers a positive and unforgettable donor experience by training, coaching, and role-modeling donor service expectations to CDC Ambassadors.
• Continuously assesses the donor areas, and directs team member activity, to ensure that standards are met. Sets the pace of work.
• Actively engages with the donor by seeking firsthand feedback to make improvements to all aspects of the donor experience. Responds to donor questions, requests, and complaints.
• Educates all team members in the store on Savers’ brand, empowering them to share stories about the business model to customers and the community.
• Works with store team in promoting awareness of our non-profit partner, joint brands, and community impact.
• Drives company promotions and other permitted grassroots efforts inside and outside the store that create community awareness of the CDC, the company brand, and the benefits of donating to Savers.
• Partners with the Sourcing team to lead or assist in Fundrive events as needed.
• Networks within the community through grassroots efforts to share the Savers story and promote awareness.

What you have:  

• Excellent presentation skills.
• Mathematical skills.
• Ability to communicate well in both verbal and written forms.
• Ability to observe, assess and coach the work of others.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and/or verbal form.
• Ability to reason, make decisions, and use independent judgment in various situations.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.

 Minimum Required Education, Training and Experience:  

• High School diploma: post-Secondary degree/diploma preferred.
• Experience managing people preferred.

Physical Requirements:  

• Must be able to frequently lift and carry products weighing less than 5 lbs. Will occasionally need to lift and carry products weighing up to 50 lbs. Occasional pushing and pulling of racks/carts weighing 50 to 250 pounds using 4 – 10 lbs. of force.
• Frequent reaching out in various levels/directions to inspect/handle merchandise, validate work processes, train/coach/counsel the team.
• Possess dexterity for complex hand-eye tasks, including keyboarding, writing on documents/forms, merchandise & pricing inspection.
• Continuous standing, frequent walking, stooping, bending, and twisting and occasional kneeling needed to handle &/or inspect merchandise, validate work processes, train/coach/counsel the team.
• Frequently required to read written & electronic documents and product labels.
• Continuous need to hear and verbally communicate in order to interact with and respond to management, team members and customers. Will need to hear requests in person and via intercom and telephone.
• Will occasionally be exposed to hazardous machinery (compactor, baler, Big Joe), solvents (cleaners, detergents), radiation (Microwave in break room), continuously exposed to dust and frequently exposed to temperature fluctuations.
• Will need to adjust work schedule to the needs of the business, including working some nights, weekends, holidays.
• Able and willing to safely, cautiously, and efficiently navigate work environment that may include large industrial machinery, heavy equipment and product, elevated and uneven surfaces, and heights, and moving forklifts.
• Frequent reaching to various levels and directions to move/stack boxes of product, move product on and off hangers, rails and carts and stock product on display racks/shelves.
• Possess dexterity for complex hand-eye tasks, including keyboarding and merchandise ticketing/movement activities.
• Continuous standing, frequent walking, stooping, bending and twisting and occasional kneeling needed to stack and/or stock product(s) on display racks.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Travel: Will periodically need to drive to meetings or other stores for business purposes.

Location: 99 Federal Way, Brookfield, CT 06804

Savers is an E-Verify employer.