Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering Intern

Job Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for a student to perform as a Mechanical Engineering Intern within our Operations group at our facility. Under direct supervision, successfully chosen candidate will assist in and support key aspects of our engineering design, manufacturing operations and quality teams—including but not limited to design work, product packaging, creation & updating of BoMs, creation of work instructions, etc.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under limited supervision, work on non-routine projects with general instruction and advanced projects with detailed instructions as well as provide general engineering support on small projects for the Manufacturing Engineering team.

• Interface with Manufacturing and other employees (Operators, Operation Team Leaders, Safety and Quality Leaders, Plant Management, Engineering employees) to identify Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) requiring development.

• Assemble SOP drafts (including photographs, charts, tables, guides, as required), to clearly communicate best practices in adherence with documentation standards.

• Perform basic production area layout and assist in planning for manufacturing area design the layout of equipment and individual workspaces for different types of work.

• Support ongoing production work, assist in technical problem solving. On occasion may be needed to assist in assembling, inspecting or testing products.

• Use internet to get information as needed for equipment setup, repair and/or replacement, part specs / costs / lead times, military specs, and other information.

• Document Best Practices with focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, & Cost; including but not limited to Interface with Engineering, Configuration Management, and others to coordinate release documentation, as assigned.

• Assist in the day to day activities of assigned functional area completing non-routine and advanced tasks.

• Assist in applying knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve non-routine problems.

• Assist in developing electronic and hard copy reports, records, diagrams and charts.

• Perform basic production area layout and assist in planning for manufacturing areas. Design layouts of equipment and individual work spaces for different types of work.

• Assist in the setup and/or repair of various machines and equipment used in the assembly of electro-mechanical subassemblies.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

• Other duties as assigned or required.