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About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded organization with a rich history spanning nearly 100 years of service. The Company is a global manufacturer of medicated feed additives, feed ingredients, advanced nutrition solutions, vaccines and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $820 million, and are supported by over 1500 employees worldwide.

 

The Engineering Intern is an integral part of our Engineering team based out of our US - Willow Island, WV site.

 

Hourly rate range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00  

 

Position Details

Interns at Phibro will get a great hands-on experience in a real work environment. The Engineering Intern will be responsible for working closely with the Engineering, EHS, and Maintenance Departments providing support throughout their day.  Specifically, they will work alongside Project, Process, Safety, and Maintenance Engineers to complete a list of daily work duties as noted below.  The Intern will report to the plants Engineering Manager for direction and guidance and will work directly with department designees for more specific direction as needed.  Other opportunities and projects may arise for the intern to contribute technical expertise.    

Key Responsibilities

  • Engineering Dept: 
    • Assist with all aspects of Capital Project development:  conception, design, budgeting, approval, contractor management, construction management, start-up and project closing.  (Potential Quality Dept. Assistance)
    • Assist site Automation Engineer as troubleshooting opportunities arise. 
    • Documentation development and archiving   
  • Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Dept.:   
    • Assist the dept. with improvement of Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) documentation (update formatting, add photos and complete walkdowns to verify completeness); Improve Asbestos labeling; conduct toolbox safety meetings.
  • Maintenance Dept.: 
    • Provide support with Motor Control Center (MCC) and Variable Frequency Drive documentation, labeling, and tracing.
    • Provide maintenance & maintenance contractor support.
    • Assist site Reliability Engineer with day-to-day documentation and work activities.
  • Additional opportunities and projects may arise for the position to become involved. 

Key Competencies

Accepting Direction
Adaptable
Attendance and Punctuality
Attentive Listening
Collaborative
Communicating Effectively
Critical Thinking
Demonstrating Initiative
Demonstrating Tenacity and Perseverance
Detailed Oriented
Establishing Relationships
Following Policies and Procedures
Learning Quickly
Managing Time
Prioritizing and Organizing Work
Problem Solving

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products
A motivated self-starter, work well in groups and demonstrate excellent customer service.
Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills

Internship Qualifications

  • Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical preferred), and a rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior.
  • GPA of 2.75 or higher is preferred.
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. AutoCAD is preferred.
  • Independent worker/self-starter.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
  • At least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, problem solving, and analytical skills.

Physical Requirements

Good hand/eye coordination
Required to talk or hear frequently

 

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition   
Division: Animal Health & Nutrition 
Department: Engineering 
Location: US - Willow Island, WV 
Work Schedule: Part-Time 

 

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