Manufacturing Intern

Summary of Position

The Manufacturing Intern will support the organization and standardization of critical manufacturing documentation by creating a comprehensive binder (physical and/or digital) that consolidates procedures standards and records related to safety quality and productivity. This role will work closely with operations engineering and quality teams to ensure accurate accessible and up-to-date information.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect review and organize documentation related to safety procedures quality standards and productivity metrics
• Develop a structured binder and/or digital repository with clear sections indexing and version control
• Identify missing outdated or inconsistent documents and coordinate updates with appropriate teams
• Standardize document formats naming conventions and revision tracking processes
• Assist in creating or updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) work instructions and visual aids
• Support the development of process flow diagrams and documentation tools
• Ensure documentation aligns with internal standards and applicable regulations (e.g. OSHA ISO)
• Participate in shop floor walkthroughs to validate documentation accuracy against actual operations
• Support continuous improvement efforts by documenting best practices and process enhancements
• Present final documentation structure and recommendations for ongoing maintenance

Qualifications :

Skills

• Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint)
• Ability to communicate effectively across cross-functional teams
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Traits

• Detail-oriented with strong time and project management abilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proactive and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities

Education and/or Experience

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering Manufacturing Industrial Engineering or a related field
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles (preferred)
• Exposure to quality systems such as ISO 9001 or Six Sigma (preferred)
• Experience with document control or technical writing (preferred

Learning Outcomes

• Gain hands-on experience with manufacturing systems and documentation control processes
• Develop an understanding of safety quality and operational excellence practices in a production environment
• Build knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies including Lean Manufacturing concepts
• Strengthen skills in technical writing document standardization and process documentation
• Enhance cross-functional collaboration skills by working with operations engineering and quality teams
• Improve problem-solving and analytical abilities through gap analysis and process evaluation

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and move materials up to 25 pounds independently and participate in team lifts of approximately 60 pounds as required for essential production tasks.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position or move throughout the production floor for extended periods (for the duration of the shift up to 8 hours per shift).
• Must be able to operate position adjust or move equipment tools or materials necessary for production processes.
• Capable of performing consistent manual production tasks over long shifts.
• Must be able to work in typical manufacturing environmental conditions including areas requiring PPE exposure to noise and temperature variation.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information :

Compensation and Benefits

• $22 - $25 per hour
• Paid Time Off (vacation sick and holiday) 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Health Savings Account option
• Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program 
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time