Internship - Production Management

Internship - Production Management

About this Position

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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

• A 6-month & full-time internship

• 10-12 days of paid leave

About the company

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.