Dewey Plant - Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Intern

Milliken & Company; Inman (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company’s Dewey Plant is seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing setting. You’ll apply mechanical or electrical engineering concepts under experienced mentors to reduce waste and boost efficiency.

The internship runs late May to early August, 40 hours/week (8 AM–5 PM). Rising juniors/seniors pursuing a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with a 3.0 GPA or higher are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Rising Junior or Senior pursuing a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• The summer intern session runs from late May until early August. Students must be available for full-time hire during this time.
• GPA requirement of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Develop a thorough understanding of all factors and conditions that impact the processes and products, including environmental impacts
• Use sound project management skills to manage assigned internship project
• Analyze problems and implement solutions using critical thinking skills and focused improvement methods
• Incorporate creative thinking into the problem-solving approach to identify unique and different ways to make quality improvements, reduction cost
• Prepare diagrams, charts, tables to reflect findings and support recommendations
• Communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of associates to accomplish project and location goals
• Participate fully in the Safety Process/Program in the Plant

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Education

BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people's lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Milliken's Dewey Plant is seeking a motivated and qualified individual to join our manufacturing team as a Summer Intern. This hands-on opportunity offers immersive experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives and contributing to the development and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes. Interns will play a key role in enhancing performance, quality, consistency, and cost-effectiveness across the facility.

As an Engineering Intern, you'll apply mechanical or electrical engineering and safety principles to real-world projects within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Under the mentorship of experienced managers, you'll tackle high-impact assignments designed to reduce waste, boost efficiency, streamline operations using LEAN methodologies, troubleshoot technical challenges, identify cost-saving opportunities, and refine procedural standards. While the core project will be individually led, interns will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and department leaders. Each intern will be paired with a dedicated management sponsor to provide mentorship and support throughout the internship experience. The standard work week consist of 40 hours, 8 AM - 5 PM.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop a thorough understanding of all factors and conditions that impact the processes and products, including environmental impacts
• Use sound project management skills to manage assigned internship project
• Analyze problems and implement solutions using critical thinking skills and focused improvement methods
• Incorporate creative thinking into the problem-solving approach to identify unique and different ways to make quality improvements, reduction cost
• Prepare diagrams, charts, tables to reflect findings and support recommendations
• Communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of associates to accomplish project and location goals
• Participate fully in the Safety Process/Program in the Plant

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• Rising Junior or Senior working toward a BS Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• The summer intern session runs from late May until early August. Students must be available for full-time hire during this time.
• GPA requirement of 3.0

QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

• Prior manufacturing experience

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Skills and ability to evaluate and optimize manufacturing processes
• Willingness to take ownership and responsibility as a highly motivated self-starter
• Ability to work and gain results in a team environment
• Desire to continuously lookout for improvement opportunities (efficiency, automation)
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

ADA PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION

• Sitting: Ability to sit down at least 50% of day
• Standing: Ability to stand while working at least 50% of day
• Moving: Ability to move throughout the plant at least 25% of day
• Lifting: Ability to lift to at least 35 lbs. without assistance 10% of day
• Ascending/Descending: Ability to walk upstairs or use ladders at some frequency 10% of day
• Bending: Ability to bend or stoop 10% of day
• Visual Acuity: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens at least As Required
• Cognitive: Ability to make decisions, reason & understand information As Required

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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