Engineer Intern

Process Engineer Internship

Pay Type:

Hourly Non-Exempt, Temporary

Reports To:

Engineering and Maintenance Manager

Location:

Upper Sandusky, OH

Custom Glass Solutions is rapidly growing and is seeking an Intern to perform tasks related to Process Engineer in our manufacturing facility in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. The Intern is responsible for assisting with the developing, optimizing, and maintaining of a glass lamination process to ensure consistent quality, efficiency, and safety in production. This role provides technical expertise, drives process improvements, supports troubleshooting, and ensures compliance with industry standards and requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a broad mix of skills and experience with specifying, installing, and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment with automatic control systems for material handling, defect inspection, robotic placement and process control. Candidates should be eager to work in a fast‑paced, team oriented, non‑bureaucratic environment and possess the following qualifications:

• Education:
  
  Working towards or achieved Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience:
  
  Process engineering experience in glass manufacturing, lamination, or related industry preferred.
• Knowledge of lamination techniques, interlayer materials (e.g., PVB, EVA, ionoplast), and glass processing equipment.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and statistical analysis skills.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement methodologies preferred.
• Proficiency in CAD, MS Office, and data analysis tools.

• Troubleshooting & Support
• Provide daily technical support to production teams for lamination equipment and processes.
• Analyze root causes of process deviations, defects, and downtime, and implement corrective actions.
• Train operators and maintenance staff on best practices and process controls.
• Work hand and hand with maintenance to implement new processes and controls as well as repair issues with clean room and lamination equipment.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance
• Ensure processes meet customer specifications, industry standards (e.g., ANSI, ASTM), and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Quality to develop and maintain SOPs and inspection criteria.
• Monitor process data and lead continuous improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Equipment & Maintenance Support
• Support equipment commissioning, upgrades, and preventive maintenance programs for lamination lines.
• Work with vendors and suppliers to specify and source materials, parts, and technology for process improvements.
• Engineering Design and Innovation
• Complete assigned design initiatives for components and assemblies to improve manufacturability, functionality, and integration.
• Utilize advanced tools like CAD/CAM, adhering to Design for Manufacturability and Lean Manufacturing principles to enhance product designs and refine process workflows.
• Develop and prototype new applications to validate concepts and convert ideas into market‑ready products.
• Monitor and analyze process data, identifying trends and proposing solutions for continuous process improvement.
• Process Optimization and Equipment Specification
• Lead process innovation, continuous improvement, and Kaizen projects aimed at reducing waste, increasing productivity, and optimizing manufacturing processes.
• Lead the design and implementation of manufacturing processes that ensure optimal operational performance.
• Provide process improvement input that aids in the acquisition and implementation of cutting‑edge manufacturing equipment to maintain technological competitiveness.
• Cross-Functional & Continuous Improvement Team Leadership
• Lead or participate in cross‑functional teams in collaborative and integrative projects to improve manufacturing processes.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovative thinking and feedback among team members.
• Manage projects and critical action items to ensure timely execution of cost savings, improvement and manufacturing projects.
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