Manufacturing Training & Video Production Intern

Description

Position Overview

Hours: Part-Time 3 days/week 8 hour shifts

Pay: $18/hour

Butterball® Farms is seeking an Operations and Manufacturing Engineering Intern to develop Standard Operating Procedures, Video Training Materials, as well as support continuous improvement initiatives.

The primary focus of this role is to enhance existing training videos and develop, record, and edit new training content for production employees. The intern will work with EHS, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to turn technical processes and safety requirements into clear, engaging training materials.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Video Development

· Improve and organize existing training videos.

· Plan, record, edit, and produce new safety and operational training videos.

· Work with subject matter experts to develop accurate, engaging training content.

· Create supporting training materials, including graphics, presentations, and job aids.

· Help develop training for topics such as GMPs, PPE, machine safety, ergonomics, sanitation, and emergency procedures.

Operations and Manufacturing Support

· Assist with creating and updating standard work instructions and procedures.

· Support reliability and continuous improvement projects using RedZone and other systems.

· Work with Operations and Maintenance to identify opportunities to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.

· Partner with cross-functional teams on manufacturing and special projects.

What You'll Gain

· Hands-on experience in food manufacturing.

· Real-world experience in video production and safety training development.

· Exposure to EHS, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Reliability.

· Experience creating standardized work and visual training materials.

· Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on employee safety and training.

Expected Internship Deliverables

By the end of the internship, the intern is expected to:

· Training Videos: Develop, update, and publish approved training videos in RedZone.

· Content Inventory: Document existing training materials, gaps, and priorities.

· Production Process: Establish a consistent process for creating, reviewing, and maintaining training videos.

· Supporting Materials: Update standard work instructions and visual job aids as needed.

· Final Presentation: Summarize completed projects, remaining training needs, and recommendations for future improvements.

All training content must be reviewed and approved by the appropriate subject matter experts before publication.

Requirements

Requirements

· Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Safety, Communications, Marketing, video production, digital media, instructional design, or a related field.

· Must have completed sophomore year.

· Video editing experience with Adobe, Canva, CapCut, or similar software required.

· Basic video production experience is a plus.

· Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.

· Ability to translate technical information into clear, easy-to-understand content.

· Self-motivated and comfortable working independently and with cross-functional teams.

· Interest in manufacturing, safety, engineering, or continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to sit/stand at a workstation and use a computer for extended periods.

· Frequent walking throughout the manufacturing facility.

· Occasional bending, stooping, and lifting up to 20 lbs.

· Ability to work around manufacturing equipment and in cold environments, including occasional freezer exposure.

Working Environment

This position works in both an office and food production/processing environment. The role requires adherence to GMPs, food safety requirements, PPE, and all company safety protocols. 

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who combines technical curiosity with creativity—someone who can learn a manufacturing process, work with the people who perform it, and turn that knowledge into clear, engaging, and effective training for our employees.