Job Summary

The Continuous Improvement Intern supports initiatives focused on improving operational efficiency and effectiveness across the organization. This role helps drive “outside-the-box” thinking and encourages innovative approaches to problem-solving. The intern will learn to identify wasteful actions, analyze processes, and support efforts to streamline workflows. The intern will gain hands-on experience using data and information to increase the value of work by identifying improvement opportunities, supporting root cause analysis, and contributing to process optimization initiatives.

Job Duties

• Learn to evaluate internal processes and help determine the current state through time study, value added analysis, spaghetti diagrams, Yamazumi, waste hunt and theoretical headcount determination.
• Understand the importance of data collection and “go and see” attitude. 
• Compile the information to paint a picture of the current state.
• Assist the CI department in identification of opportunities. Work in a team to improve efficiency using the current state information as the driver.
• Maintain open and effective communication.
• Write standard work and SOPs
• Have open mind, positive attitude, and ability to create excitement.
• Ability to trial, learn and determine best course of action.
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately.
• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
• Adhere to all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• Actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field. Must be junior/senior classification.
• Self-motivated and attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Excel, Word), AutoCad/Solidworks
• Perform work under direct supervision
• Handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher-level staff

Competencies/ Skills

• Possess strong work ethics, ability to work independently and make good decisions
• Have a strong desire to see and influence change
• Must be mechanically inclined
• Knowledge of/experience with electronic test equipment
• Familiarity with common tools
• Understanding of manufacturing processes
• Problem-solving skills leading to reasonable resolution
• Project management skills