Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.
Grifols has been a leader in the healthcare industry since 1909, developing innovative products and services grounded in the values of ethics, quality, and responsibility. Grifols' mission centers on meeting the needs of patients and healthcare professionals in therapeutics, pharmacy, diagnostics, and blood banking. For over a century, Grifols has designed, manufactured, and marketed products that enhance human health. The company produces plasma-derived biopharmaceuticals with proven efficacy, quality, and safety. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.grifols.com
Purpose & Responsibilities of Position:
The Operational Excellence Intern will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with the Operational Excellence team, learning how process improvement initiatives drive efficiency and quality across Grifols’ business units. The intern will support ongoing projects by analyzing workflows, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to optimize operations.
Assist in collecting, organizing, and analyzing operational data related to manufacturing, supply chain, and other business functions. Apply Lean methodologies to evaluate current processes and recommend enhancements: 5S and Kaizen Participate in process mapping exercises and help document standard operating procedures. Support the creation of impactful reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Collaborate cross-functionally with subject matter experts and team members to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Skills/Qualifications/Education Requirements: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Currently enrolled in a 4-year degree program pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related scientific field (Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain preferred), as a rising junior or senior; OR currently accepted or enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program. Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher. Familiarity and comfort with Excel (including working with Macros and pivot tables), Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Interest in process improvement, operational efficiency, and project management.
Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:
Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.
Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.
Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : NC-Clayton:USNC0002 - Clayton
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