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AspectPlant Operations InternPlant Maintenance Technician
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in engineering, industrial, or related fieldsTechnical certifications or vocational training in maintenance or HVAC systems
Work EnvironmentInternship setting within manufacturing or energy plants, learning-focusedHands-on maintenance work in industrial plant environments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies to train future professionals, often seasonal or temporaryFull-time role for ongoing plant upkeep and repairs

The main difference is that a Plant Operations Intern is a learning position aimed at gaining industry experience, while a Plant Maintenance Technician is a skilled, full-time role focused on maintaining and repairing plant equipment. Interns typically have less experience and work under supervision, whereas technicians perform routine and complex maintenance tasks independently.

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Operations Intern

Koch Industries

Dodge City, KS • On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

Full-time, Internship

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Koch Industries rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

138th of 545 rated manufacturers

Job description

Your Job
Koch Fertilizer has a summer 2027 opportunity available in Dodge City, Kansas, as an Operations Intern.
The internship opportunity will be a 12-week program running from late May to mid-August 2027.
What You Will Do
  • Support daily plant operations by assisting with the operation, monitoring, and troubleshooting of production equipment.
  • Perform operational rounds, monitor process conditions, and record data to help ensure safe and reliable plant performance.
  • Partner with operators, maintenance teams, reliability engineers, and process engineers to identify issues, support troubleshooting efforts, and improve equipment reliability.
  • Follow safety, environmental, and operating procedures while gaining hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Work on projects and tasks that are representative of the work performed by our full-time operators

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • Wearing industrial chemical plant uniforms and PPE as required.
  • Ability to climb straight ladders. Some work may require heights in excess of 100 feet.
  • Confined space entry may be required.
  • Ability to work in an industrial environment which includes availability for shift work and emergency call outs, while working indoors and outdoors.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
  • Currently enrolled in a degree, certificate, technical, or vocational program related to Instrumentation and Controls, Industrial Technology, Chemical Engineering, Process Technology, Operations Management, or a similar field.
  • Eligible for full-time employment before or by May 2028
  • Willing and able to meet all physical requirements.

What Will Put You Ahead
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting or previous military experience.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).

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