Intern - Operations​/Production Management; Summer Buffalo Grove, IL Manufacturing​/Production Posted

About us:

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions.

Visit  to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world.

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Our values include:
Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at  Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued.

This is an internship position (Non-Exempt Salary); the hourly range is stated below. The rate offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Hourly Rate:

$22 - $26/hr.

The Production Management Intern provides support to the Production Manager and Factory Supervisors in the daily leadership and operational oversight of a specific market sector. This role offers students hands‑on experience in high‑intensity manufacturing leadership, with a focus on product quality, on‑time delivery (OTD), and factory efficiency. The intern will report to a member of the site leadership team, such as a Production Manager or Focus Factory Manager.

• Performance Tracking:
  Assist in monitoring and reporting on key manufacturing metrics, including On‑Time Delivery (OTD), scrap reduction, yield, and overall productivity.
• Production Planning:
  Participate in the review of daily and weekly production targets and schedules, and support capacity analysis to meet business objectives.
• Operational Meetings:
  Attend and contribute to Operation Review meetings and shift handoff sessions to understand critical production needs and equipment status.
• Administrative Support:
  Maintain accurate records of production output, quality checks, and equipment status.
• Communication:
  Coordinate with production associates, leads, and operations managers to ensure production goals are consistently met.

• LEAN Support:
  Assist in the implementation of LEAN projects aimed at improving labor efficiency and waste reduction.
• Factory Standards:
  Participate in GEMBA tours and support the execution of 6S improvement plans for optimized floor layouts.
• Process Improvement:
  Identify bottlenecks in production and propose data‑driven solutions for efficiency. Utilize lean manufacturing principles to drive focus factory performance.

• Quality Standards:
  Assure that product and process quality is compliant with internal, industry, and customer quality standards (e.g., IPC Standards, ISO, GMP).
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