Continuous Improvement Intern

Faurecia; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for career development

Multicultural environment valuing diversity

Access to training at FORVIA University

Job summary

Faurecia in Madison, Wisconsin is looking for a Continuous Improvement Intern to assist its plant team with FES deployment and improvement efforts. The intern will provide training and support for cost management while adhering to ethical standards. Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in engineering with a minimum GPA of 2.8 and experience in an industrial setting. The role offers a dynamic environment for fostering collaboration and innovation as part of a committed team towards sustainable mobility.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering.
• Minimum 2.8 GPA.
• Experience in an industrial environment, ideally in the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Follow up with plant on FES deployment plan.
• Provide FES knowledge and skills to the plant team through training.
• Contribute to the Plant MOD cost budget construction and achievement.
• Ensure efficient data management methodology for labor cost accuracy.
• Contribute to the deployment of FES culture at Supervisor & GAP Leader level.

Skills

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and presentation skills

Positive attitude and optimistic mindset

Ability to handle a fast‑paced environment

Cultivate innovation

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader. New trends and expectations are reshaping the automotive industry. Inspired by the exciting new challenges associated with this revolution, FORVIA anticipates the future of mobility developing cutting‑edge solutions for smart life on board and sustainable mobility. If you’re willing to contribute and create value for tomorrow’s cleaner and smarter mobility, FORVIA is the place to be.

FORVIA is looking for a year‑round Continuous Improvement Intern (FES) for its location in Madison, MS.

Your Mission, Roles And Responsibilities

• Follow up with plant on FES deployment plan, to support the Plant Improvement Plan (PIP) execution.
• Provide FES knowledge and skills to the plant team through training, coaching and education.
• Contribute to the Plant MOD cost budget construction & achievement, through efficient "MOD cost management" & "MOD cost improvement plan".
• Ensure efficient data management methodology is correctly applied for direct standard and actual labor cost accuracy.
• Ensure DLE/DLP tracking process linked with the DL cost % results.
• Support the implementation of FES improvement tools for production reliability, change over standards (flexibility), reduction of Line stoppages, Line balancing and overall MOD efficiency.
• Ensure identification of MOD "Productivity Potential".
• Contribute to the lead reduction through the implementation of continuous flow, layout optimization and pull‑system changes.
• Support FES network in the plant.
• Contribute to the deployment of FES culture at Supervisor & GAP Leader level.
• Propose and promote best practices within the Plant (FES Network).
• Participate in workshops to test the new lean concepts.
• Other responsibilities:
  • Ensure full respect of HSE rules and regulations.
  • Ensure respect for the environment and secure internal control of the plant.
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards and willingness to promote and adhere to Faurecia's code of ethics and code of management.
  • Support and follow Being Faurecia values and convictions.
• Position Authority:
  • Update monthly reporting of the facility's FES score and deployment of tools pushed by the business group.
  • Lead the production teams to greater efficiency and success through corrective coaching daily.
  • Make updates and changes to standard work and cycle times in our master data list.
• Assist with any additional tasks as assigned by the company.

Your Profile and Competencies to Succeed

The Ideal Candidate Will Have/be

Minimum education level: Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering.

Minimum 2.8 GPA.

Experience

• Experience in an industrial environment (ideally in the automotive industry).
• Proficient level in English.

Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to handle a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Positive attitude and optimistic mindset.
• Cultivate innovation and come up with useful ideas that are new, better, or unique.

What We Can Do For You

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh‑largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast‑changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in‑person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world).
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net‑Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why Join Us

FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry. With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world. In June 2022, we became the first global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net‑Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045. As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road‑users everywhere.