Internship - Production Management
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Internship - Production Management — Adhesive Technologies Production, Netherlands, Scheemda, Groningen; Full Time; Limited
What you´ll do
Support Production Management:
- Assist in overseeing daily production activities to ensure safe, efficient operations aligned with production schedules and quality standards.
- Participates in the implementation of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve productivity, reduce waste, and optimize resources.
- Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and address technical issues promptly.
Warehouse and Inventory Management:
- Contribute to the accurate tracking and management of raw materials, finished goods, and intermediate storage to support seamless production and shipping processes.
- Support the use of digital tools and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to improve inventory accuracy and streamline operations.
- Work closely with procurement and logistics teams to ensure smooth material flow and avoid stockouts or overages.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work with departments such as procurement, quality, safety, and logistics to ensure efficient supply chain operations.
- Act as a liaison between production, warehouse, and customer service teams to address potential bottlenecks and improve workflow.
- Ensure alignment of production and warehouse activities with sustainability goals, such as waste reduction and minimizing carbon emissions.
Continuous Improvement and Digital Transformation:
- Assist in implementing Industry 4.0 technologies, such as IoT and predictive analytics, for real-time inventory and production tracking.
- Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on process automation and data-driven decision-making.
- Support the integration of sustainable practices, including energy-efficient equipment and greener logistics.
What makes you a good fit
- Available to start: November 2026 for a duration of 6 months.
- Enrolled in or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with ERP or WMS systems is a plus.
- Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Enthusiasm for digitalization, sustainability, and process optimization.
- Please only apply if you are currently studying in the Netherlands or if you graduated no more than 3 months before the internship start date. Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- An exciting and educational full-time internship in an international FMCG business
- An internship allowance of EUR 1000-1250 monthly
- Fun and educational events organized for the international (BeNeLux) intern community, with opportunities to broaden your network
- 10-12 days of paid leave
You’ve probably heard of the brands Schwarzkopf, Fa, Pritt, Persil, Bref,…? Did you know that these are just a few examples of brands with which Henkel is active worldwide? Yes, Henkel is a global leading FMCG manufacturer with brands & technologies in two business areas: Consumer Brands, and Adhesive Technologies. With over 47.000 employees, in 125 countries!