Operational Excellence Intern

Knobelsdorff Enterprises
Goodhue, Minnesota, United StatesPosted Sep 10, 2026

About the role

Company Description Working at Knobelsdorff Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions. Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with Knobelsdorff (KE) means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work. If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, KE is the place for you.

Job Description

You’ll be part of a team that gets things done, works with purpose, and takes pride in the results. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include: Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, quality, and reliability. Assist in documenting and refining standardized processes, SOPs, and playbooks. Partner with the teams to identify improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions. Define, track, and report key performance indicators related to operational excellence. Support change management initiatives and promote adoption of new processes and tools. Collaborate cross-functionally to support project success and strategic goals. Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

You’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring: Ability to work in Goodhue, MN 5 days per

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