Supply Chain/Logistics Intern (Summer 2025)

About McNeilus, an Oshkosh Company

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.

SUMMARY

The Materials Specialist Intern will support the development, standardization, advancement and implementation of a lean enterprise material flow strategy. This role will utilize advanced analytical skills to identify opportunities and develop solutions that result in optimal material flow at the lowest total landed cost. The Materials Specialist Intern will identify opportunities and align efforts cross functionally to maximize the ROI associated with lean material flow initiatives, returnable container implementations, logistics route engineering and shortage mitigation.

YOUR IMPACT

• Support standardization, advancement and implementation of a lean enterprise material flow strategy. Scope includes but not limited: KPIs, PFEP, replenishment systems, WMS, inventory control, production scheduling and IT support systems.

• Update critical ERP system parameters to align with the optimal material strategy in conjunction with Plan for Every Part (PFEP) process.

• Maintain required documentation outside the ERP system as necessary to support ongoing monitoring and change management.

• Support measurable improvement in parts shortages due to poor production and materials planning, inventory errors and damage within the facilities.

• Resolve problem utilizing acquired knowledge and analytical abilities.

• Forecast workload based on demand projections.

• Leverage shop-floor lean material flow implementation experience to lead and support projects focused on synchronization of material consumption with production, maximizing efficiency of material conveyance routes and optimal materials presentation to the point of use.

• Significantly reduce excess material handling inside facilities, between facilities and to and from local suppliers through extensive value stream analysis and application of PFEP principles.

• Lead development and deployment of cross-functional strategic initiatives to reduce costs in the supply chain by removing wastes.

• Lead project teams through to completion. Ensure project schedule attainment, KPI targets and executive report outs of project status.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Student working toward a Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain or other related field.

• Willing to travel or relocate to Dodge Center, MN for the Summer of 2025 (relocation assistance provided for those with a permanent address of greater than 50 miles from Dodge Center, MN)

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Detail oriented, project mind set

• Microsoft office

• Problem Solving

• Multi-tasking/Prioritizing of workload

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

WHY OSHKOSH?

Moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees' success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the ~15k+ team members around the world who embody them.

We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.

Pay Range:

$18.00 - $37.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

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Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

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