Operations Manager Intern (starting summer 2026) Food & Beverage Distribution Center, Rialto, CA
Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Internship
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $28.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
employee discount
Paid sick leave
paid national holidays
Paid vacation
short term disability
long term disability
Job Description
Target is a renowned Fortune 50 company and one of America's leading retailers with over 400,000 team members worldwide. Known for its iconic brand and strong community focus, Target is dedicated to helping families discover the joy of everyday life. The company invests in its people, fostering a culture where relationships are prioritized and talent is developed through growth opportunities. Working at Target means becoming part of a team that cares deeply for its communities and succeeds collectively by collaborating as one cohesive unit. The company values integrity, inclusivity, safety, and continuous development for its employees, making it a fulfilling... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- basic problem-solving skills
- willingness to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- commitment to a team-oriented work culture
Job Qualifications
- participation in school or extracurricular activities and experience in leadership roles
- strong interest in retail and supply chain operations
- ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- problem-solving skills and strong initiative
- team-oriented thinking with enthusiasm for continuous learning
- ability to access all levels and areas of the facility
- ability to understand instructions, reports, and information
- physical capability to climb ladders and handle merchandise
- flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- regular work attendance
Job Duties
- spend time on the facilities floor helping to lead among team members and align the team in daily business priorities
- work alongside team members to lead through daily priorities
- maintain a high standard of quality and inventory accuracy through standardization of processes while ensuring employee accountability
- track key performance indicators such as safety, teamwork, quality, and productivity to identify gaps and drive actions
- carry out process improvement initiatives using continuous improvement methodologies
- communicate between IT and operation teams to address system issues and conduct testing in the warehouse management system
- recruit and mentor team members promoting continuous improvement and leadership development
- address team member concerns and remove operational hurdles to ensure smooth operations
- lead daily meetings for the operational team and share company and site-specific information
- lead and present at daily planning meetings with peer and leadership teams
- plan daily goals and organize shift plans to achieve targets
- provide summaries of results including hurdles, successes, and key learnings
- conduct audits around standard adherence with safety, quality, and productivity and coach team members
- conduct safety walks to identify, resolve and report findings
- follow up on attendance and provide coaching
- partner with leaders on team member performance through teaching, coaching, training and providing feedback
- propose new ideas and recommend solutions for business or team opportunities
- take initiative to learn leadership skills by seeking growth opportunities and continuously learning
- commit to understanding and applying Target's leadership expectations
- actively participate in internship training, development, and events
- demonstrate willingness to take risks and step out of comfort zone
- foster a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance
- promote an inclusive, safe, and secure culture
- carry out principle duties through internship rotations
- understand business reporting and guest insights to troubleshoot and follow up on opportunities
- gain understanding of all business areas to develop business acumen
- work with building leaders regularly to set goals and expectations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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