Summer 2024 Logistics & Supply Chain Operations Co-Op

McKenney's, Inc.

Dec 19, 2023

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Logistics
Atlanta

Requirements

Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals. Excellent problem-solving ability. Attention to detail while completing multiple or repetitive tasks with a high sense of urgency. Take on additional responsibilities as needed while managing priorities.
Must be a self-starter with ability to work well independently and as part of a team. Maintain a strong attention to detail and organization. Ability to effectively communicate across a diverse group of people (PMs, drafting, field staff, fabrication shops, etc.).

Responsibilities

Manage process improvement projects including process mapping, standardization, and automation. Develop and implement optimizations for logistics team processes. Work with manufacturing leadership to understand current processes and identify and minimize waste by applying LEAN principles. Contribute to the fleet and vehicle receiving process by analyzing mechanisms to increase efficiency.
Research vendor alternatives and develop unique solutions to resolving supply chain issues. Execute data analysis projects, including analyzing vendor spend, auditing vendor performance, and identifying opportunities for savings on projects. Participate in job site walks to gather performance feedback. Present on a semester-long research project on the topic of their choice for other co-ops.
Lead project teams and company initiatives, such as the Logistics Idea Improvement Committee, in their 2nd and 3rd semester based on their performance. Work with the Quality Co-op on cross-department projects. Coordinate with external vendors to solicit material quotes for various jobs and the shops.
Negotiate purchase order contract terms with the support of the subcontracts team. Gain exposure to Excel Power Query, Smartsheet, and Tableau. Review shop inventory levels, visualize upcoming project needs, and manage pricing. Gain exposure to the construction industry, manufacturing, and logistics through cross-departmental learning opportunities, site walks, and projects.

McKenney's, Inc.

Building A Higher Standard

Real Estate

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1948

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

McKenney’s is the Southeast’s most trusted name in facility construction, operation and maintenance. For more than 70 years, our proven approach has ensured high-quality, energy-efficient solutions at every stage of a building—Design, Build, Controls & Monitoring, and Maintenance & Repair. We offer expertise in HVAC, process piping, plumbing, and building automation and control systems, as well as service and maintenance. We have our own in-house engineering, fabrication, installation and commissioning resources to ensure cost-effective delivery of the highest quality solutions. With offices in Atlanta and Charlotte, McKenney’s has grown to become one of the largest mechanical contractors in the United States and is consistently ranked among the top contractors on ENR’s top Specialty Contractors list. While we’re proud of this accomplishment, we believe that true credibility comes from upholding our reputation for service and satisfaction. We know that every project—whether large or small—is the most important job for our customers and that every thermostat change and service call makes a difference for owners, managers, occupants and the facilities themselves. Community Guidelines We encourage conversation and participation but we do ask that you keep discussions respectful. All postings and comments will be reviewed and potentially removed if deemed necessary. Commenters that prove to be detrimental to others’ enjoyment of the page risk permanent restriction. For your own online safety, please do not post personal information publicly. Please understand that comments posted to this page do not represent the opinions of McKenney’s, Inc.