Advanced Manufacturing Intern — Automotive Remanufacturing

Jasper Engine Exchange, Inc.; Iowa; On-site; USD 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Jasper Engines & Transmissions is offering a summer Advanced Manufacturing Technician Intern role at our Jasper, IN headquarters. You will gain hands-on experience across teardown, inspection, machining, reassembly, and testing in a high-volume remanufacturing environment.

You’ll work with CNCs, testers, and tooling, collaborating with engineering and production teams to improve OEE, scrap reduction, and process reliability.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Associate’s or Bachelor's program in Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Engineering or related Engineering field.
• Interest in automotive systems and/or experience or coursework related to automotive engines and transmissions.
• Basic knowledge of machining, mechanical systems, and diagnostic/test equipment.
• Familiarity with tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, and multimeters.
• Understanding of manufacturing safety, quality procedures, and lean principles.
• Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, or schematics is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and a willingness to learn in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with disassembly, cleaning, inspection, and reassembly processes for machine tooling.
• Operate and support CNC machines, automated testers, and specialized equipment used in remanufacturing workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, quality, design engineering, supply chain) to ensure manufacturability and scalability.
• Work with technicians and engineers to evaluate new tooling, fixtures, and test methods.
• Analyze production data to drive improvements in OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and first-pass yield.
• Help implement process improvements to reduce scrap, increase efficiency, and ensure repeatability in high-volume reman lines.

Skills

Reading schematics

Attention to detail

Communication

Hands-on learning

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Advanced Manufacturing Technology / Industrial Engineering

Tools

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Calipers

Multimeters

Job description

Jasper Engines & Transmissions is offering a summer Advanced Manufacturing Technician Intern role at our Jasper, IN headquarters. You will gain hands-on experience across teardown, inspection, machining, reassembly, and testing in a high-volume remanufacturing environment.

You’ll work with CNCs, testers, and tooling, collaborating with engineering and production teams to improve OEE, scrap reduction, and process reliability.