Production Intern

About the role

JTI Ethiopia is seeking a motivated Production Intern to support technical, operational and process‑improvement activities across its Primary and Make & Pack operations. This 12‑month paid internship is ideal for fresh graduates interested in manufacturing, efficiency improvement and data‑driven problem solving.

Key responsibilities

• Observe production processes, collect data and help identify bottlenecks, losses and improvement opportunities.
• Support daily production routines together with Team Leads, Maintenance Leads and Process Leads.
• Assist in monitoring process parameters, documenting abnormalities and updating logs.
• Participate in IWS‑related activities such as defect handling, time studies, standard work reviews and daily management routines.
• Contribute to basic root‑cause analysis discussions and improvement initiatives.
• Prepare simple reports, charts and Power BI dashboards for improvement projects.
• Assist with centerline checks, changeover preparation and routine documentation.
• Follow all EHS guidelines and support safety compliance on the shop floor.

Required profile

• Fresh graduate in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Production Management or a related field.
• Strong interest in manufacturing operations and continuous improvement.
• Basic understanding of production or manufacturing processes.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Curious, proactive and comfortable working on the shop floor.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Power BI.

What we offer

• Hands‑on exposure to real manufacturing operations in a multinational environment.
• Practical experience with IWS, Lean tools and continuous‑improvement projects.
• Mentorship from the Production Manager and a structured learning program.