Manufacturing Engineering Intern
Listed on 2026-10-09
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Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering -
Engineering
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Process Engineer
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Work is conducted on-site at customer locations.
The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will work directly with manufacturing engineers, production personnel, quality teams, and maintenance technicians to support assembly operations and continuous improvement initiatives. This hands-on position provides practical experience in manufacturing processes, problem-solving, process improvement, and production support within a fast-paced assembly environment. The intern will spend significant time on the manufacturing floor learning production processes, assisting with engineering projects, collecting data, and supporting efforts to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities Production Support- Assist manufacturing engineers in supporting daily assembly operations.
- Observe and document manufacturing processes and workflows.
- Help troubleshoot production issues and support implementation of corrective actions.
- Assist with updating work instructions, process documentation, and assembly procedures.
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement projects.
- Collect and analyze production data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Assist with time studies, workflow analysis, and line balancing activities.
- Support implementation of process improvements and error-proofing solutions.
- Assist with assembly fixture, tooling, and workstation improvement projects.
- Support equipment installation, testing, and validation activities.
- Work alongside maintenance personnel to understand equipment operation and reliability practices.
- Participate in ergonomic and workplace organization initiatives.
- Assist with investigations into manufacturing and assembly quality issues.
- Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
- Help gather and organize quality and process performance data.
- Participate in process audits and inspections as assigned.
- Assist engineering staff with manufacturing projects and process improvement initiatives.
- Track project activities, action items, and progress updates.
- Support new product introduction activities and engineering change implementation.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and project documentation.
- Maintain an active presence on the production floor.
- Work directly with operators to learn assembly processes and identify improvement opportunities.
- Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
- Develop practical knowledge of manufacturing systems, processes, and equipment.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering field.
- Completion of sophomore year preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing operations.
- Basic understanding of engineering principles and problem-solving methods.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Previous manufacturing,…
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