Continuous Improvement Internship - Summer 2026

JOB SUMMARY

This position will support the Continuous Improvement Group in facilitating improvement projects in key production bottlenecks. Common duties include time studies of operators, cells, and equipment to help identify waste, improve efficiency, develop standard work along with better tools and procedures. Working daily with all assigned cells and or teams to improve upon standard work or other elements used to link operations and maintain even product flow. During the internship, there will be a mixture of training in CI tools, activities and concept implementation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Prioritize, guide, and facilitate the activities of the manufacturing function to meet organizational goals, initiatives, and requirements, under the guidance of area leaders, manufacturing managers, and Continuous Improvement (CI) manager.
* Oversee the development of standard policies, procedures, and practices to ensure customer requirements are embodied in manufacturing processes.
* Ensure operations metrics are well-known and track daily progress toward achieving objectives.
* Lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives for safety, on-time delivery, production efficiency, and scrap reduction.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

* Assist CI team in the completion of assigned projects.
* Participate in both CI training and improvement activities.
* Develop Standard Work and work with teams for implementation.
* Maintain Metrics on Performance to Standard Work.
* Support Visual Factory Methods and Metrics in their area of the shop with the goal of improving delivery and speed.
* Conduct other activities as requested by the CI Manager.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled in the pursuit of a degree toward a BS in Engineering / Management.
• A minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalency is required.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook
• Casting or metal fabrication experience preferred.
• Familiarity with data analysis and tools such as Minitab preferred.