Industrial Engineer Intern​/Co-op

Description

Reader Precision Solutions (RPS) in Elkhorn, WI is seeking a motivated college student to join our team as an Industrial Engineering Intern/Co-op
. This internship provides hands-on experience applying industrial engineering concepts within a precision manufacturing environment, with an emphasis on continuous improvement, process efficiency, ergonomics, and manufacturing operations.

The intern will work alongside Engineering, Production, and other areas of the business to evaluate processes, identify improvement opportunities, and develop practical solutions. The internship will also include exposure to production operations and the opportunity to complete meaningful projects that make a measurable impact on the organization.

Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour

• Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools and continuous improvement principles to evaluate and improve processes.
• Develop and utilize value stream maps to analyze part and process flow.
• Design and improve work cells with a focus on efficiency and ergonomics.
• Develop and update work instructions to support consistent and streamlined operations.
• Conduct time studies and analyze processes to identify opportunities for improved efficiency.
• Collaborate with manufacturing employees and leaders to troubleshoot production challenges.
• Develop and refine processes related to part handling and movement.
• Utilize CAD software to create designs and drawings supporting process improvements.
• Assist with identifying and implementing improvements to manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Support quality and process improvements to help ensure components are produced to established standards.
• Communicate improvement ideas and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions.
• Participate in a variety of engineering and continuous improvement projects throughout the organization.
• Complete an internship project and present findings, recommendations, and results to the Engineering team.

• Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Basic knowledge of Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and/or Lean Six Sigma principles preferred.
• Familiarity with process mapping, value stream mapping, time studies, or other process improvement tools preferred.
• Experience or coursework involving CAD software preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collect, organize, and analyze information to identify improvement opportunities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees across Engineering, Production, and other departments.
• Self-motivated, dependable, curious, and eager to learn.

RPS team members enjoy a challenging and fast-paced work environment in a high-tech manufacturing facility named the 35th and 37th Annual Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year
. Our work environment is extremely clean, well lit, organized (5S), and climate-controlled. In addition, our team thrives in a supportive culture that provides engaged leadership, ongoing recognition for performance results, and a great benefits package.

• Work in an award-winning manufacturing facility.
• Competitive wages and WEEKLY pay on Thursdays.
• Partial holiday pay.
• Company zoo pass to the Milwaukee County Zoo.
• Learn from experienced professionals and network with leaders throughout the organization.
• Be part of an energetic, learning-focused culture.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Company events, intern activities, team lunches, and volunteer opportunities.
• Relaxed dress code…