Hands-On Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Mentorship & Growth

AAF Latinoamérica; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from engineers

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Professional development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

AAF International in Bartow, Florida, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to support production processes and improvement initiatives. You will work closely with experienced engineers, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment and contributing to efficiency, quality, and innovation.

The internship offers mentorship, exposure to Lean/Six Sigma methods, and opportunities to participate in cross-functional projects with production, engineering, quality, and supply

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support Production Processes by analyzing manufacturing processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Data Analysis: collect and analyze data related to production metrics including throughput, cycle time, and yield.
• Quality Assurance: collaborate with QA to conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective actions to improve product quality.
• Continuous Improvement: participate in Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen events to streamline processes and drive operational excellence.
• Equipment Maintenance: troubleshoot equipment issues and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Documentation and Reporting: maintain documentation and prepare reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Mechanical Engineering/Industrial/Manufacturing

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

AAF International in Bartow, Florida, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to support production processes and improvement initiatives. You will work closely with experienced engineers, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment and contributing to efficiency, quality, and innovation.

The internship offers mentorship, exposure to Lean/Six Sigma methods, and opportunities to participate in cross-functional projects with production, engineering, quality, and supply