2027 Summer Intern: Operations - Continuous Improvement

Thinklance LLP; Broken Arrow (OK); Presencial; USD 31.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Thinklance LLP seeks a Lean Manufacturing internship candidate to support HMS deployment and data-driven improvements. You will work on Kaizen events, 5S, and standard work documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced plant environment.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a related degree with a 3.0 GPA, proficient in Excel/Power BI, and eager to gain hands-on experience in manufacturing improvements.

Formación

• Full-time enrollment in an accredited college or university during the internship (May-August 2027).
• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree related to the internship.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
• Strong interest in Lean Manufacturing, CI, and Operational Excellence.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to support decisions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and MS Office.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across teams.
• Self-motivated and eager to gain hands-on experience.
• Lean/Six Sigma/5S/Kaizen exposure preferred but not required.
• Previous project coursework or internships is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Support Lean and HMS implementation initiatives.
• Contribute to HMS Bronze Certification efforts through data analysis and kaizen events.
• Assist 5S and visual management programs and maintain standard work docs.
• Help with continuous improvement projects on safety, quality, delivery, and waste reduction.
• Support departments in sustaining HMS practices toward certification.
• Drive measurable operational improvements and gain hands-on experience.

Descripción del empleo

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives by advancing the Hubbell Manufacturing System (HMS) implementation.
• Contributing to Building 1 Steel Department's HMS Bronze Certification efforts through data analysis, process assessments, and facilitating kaizen events.
• Supporting 5S and visual management programs, maintaining standard work documentation, and tracking certification-related action items.
• Assisting continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Supporting the P&P and Utility Riser departments in sustaining and advancing HMS practices toward Silver Certification.
• Driving measurable operational improvements and gaining hands‑on experience in Lean Manufacturing and manufacturing system deployment.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Full‑time enrollment in an accredited college or university throughout the internship period (May-August 2027), pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree related to the internship.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Strong interest in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, and manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to support business decisions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across production and cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and eager to gain hands‑on experience in manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, quality systems, or manufacturing processes is preferred but not required.
• Prior project‑based coursework, involvement in student organizations, manufacturing experience, or previous internships is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Intern compensation ranges from $22.50 to $29.00 per hour, equivalent to $46,800–$60,320 annualized based on academic standing and expected graduation date.

A Day In The Life

Daily activities include applying classroom knowledge to on-the-job experiences, working on value-added projects, collaborating with teams, developing technical skills, and providing a presentation to the local management team at the program's end. Interns gain industry knowledge, planning and organizational skills, manage multiple projects independently, assist with process improvement, and support co-workers as needed.