Description
Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to our team members, customers and consumers satisfaction. We remain committed to our small-town roots and rural values. Hardworking and caring are qualities that make our teams special. Since 1942, we've been producing delicious products for our customers across the country!
To provide the best for our customers, we focus on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst our diverse workforce. If you're passionate about customer satisfaction, reliable, and committed to being and doing better, join us!
Hourly Pay Rate of $20/hr
POSITION SUMMARY
The Commercialization Intern will gain an understanding of the commercialization project management processes in new item launches by supporting artwork development, timeline creation, and portfolio assessments. This internship offers experience in cross functional coordination and communication through project management methodologies.
Primary Responsibilities include:
- Assist with the development of project timelines based on project scope and requirements.
- Support the planning, tracking, and execution of new products or seasonal items.
- Assist with artwork development through cross-functional collaboration.
- Contribute to the delivery of short-term business objectives through special projects.
- Provide administrative support as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Food Technology or similar field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Interest in consumer products, innovation, and project management.
- Available 15–20 hours/week during business hours.
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in product development, project management, or business operations.
- Passion for food, beverages, and new item introductions.
- Familiarity with food manufacturing processes
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
This position requires sufficient physical ability to work in a typical office setting; driving a motor vehicle and occasionally working in the field.
FREQUENT: sitting, upward and downward flexion of neck; fine finger dexterity and light to moderate finger pressure to include extended periods of keyboard and mouse use, side-to-side turning of neck, walking, standing, bending and stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting at waist, moderate wrist torque to twist equipment knobs and dials.
OCCASIONAL: squatting, kneeling, reach above and at shoulder height, moderate grasp to manipulate reference books and manuals; lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds from below waist to above shoulders and transporting distances up to 50 feet.
VISION: Ability to see in the normal visual range with or without correction.
HEARING: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of the responsibilities that are required to successfully perform in this position. Other duties as assigned are part of every job description. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.
Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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