The Continuous Improvement Engineering Intern will support implementing Lean Manufacturing principles throughout all operations/processes with Bal Seal Engineering.
Pay rate for this position is $22 -$25 an hour depending upon experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Create Value Stream Maps for identified manufacturing processes
- Investigate, experiment, and implement process improvements to maximize productivity
- Lead improvement activities working with teams identified through the VSM’s
- Conduct and participate in Kaizen events, as required
- Conduct 6S audits, as required
- Support Gemba process activities, as required
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Education:
- Associates’ or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related Engineering/Engineering Technology Degree or demonstrated experience in a similar Manufacturing environment.
Experience:
- No experience required, 1 year experience preferred
- Basic Lean 6 Sigma methodologies
- Strong computer and analytical skills
- Assembly and/or manufacturing shop floor experience is a plus
- General basic manufacturing processes
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Basic Lean 6 Sigma methodologies, a plus
- Basic knowledge manufacturing principles and methods
- Must be able to work in a highly collaborative team environment
- Must be hands on and comfortable interfacing with plant personnel and operators
- Understanding of basic problem-solving tools (DMAIC, PDCA, Fish Bone, and 5Why)
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to enter data into a computer by use of a keyboard and mouse
- Must be able to move around the plant as needed
Work Environment:
The work environment conditions are typical of a manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the basic functions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to moderate, however, hearing protection may be required if employee enters high noise areas as a part of their normal job duties.
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