Intern Manufacturing Engineering
The job responsibilities outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may evolve over time and be reviewed according to business needs.
ROLE DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our technical team at SES’s Itasca warehouse. This role offers hands-on experience supporting manufacturing processes, improving efficiency, and working alongside the Production Engineering team in a fast-paced operational environment. The individual hired for this role will gain exposure to real-world engineering challenges and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the company.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY RESULT AREAS
- Assist in analyzing and improving manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, quality, and safety
- Support continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
- Help develop and update work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process documentation
- Participate in time studies and workflow optimization
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to troubleshoot manufacturing issues
- Collect and analyze production and inspection data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
- Support implementation of new equipment or process changes on the production floor
COMPETENCIES
- Exposure to Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience with data analysis or process mapping
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in a hands-on, shop-floor environment
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
- Hands-on experience in a real manufacturing environment
- Mentorship from experienced engineers and industry professionals
- Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects
- Exposure to production operations, quality systems, and process improvement
SES and its Affiliated Companies are committed to providing fair and equal employment opportunities to all. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
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