Industrial Engineering Intern

Garmin Ltd.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin International in the Kansas City area is seeking a full-time Industrial Engineering Intern at our U.S. headquarters.

You will support warehouse and distribution activities, assisting engineers in developing and improving warehouse processes for internal and external customers. Your projects may include analyzing layout design, product flow, ergonomics and safety, and contributing to methods that increase productivity and reduce fatigue.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in a related engineering or MIS field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365/Office Apps (Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook).
• Must be team-oriented, have a positive attitude and work well with others.
• Must be flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication with analytical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist industrial engineers in developing, coordinating and improving warehouse processes.
• Design and help implement product flow processes to enhance productivity and accuracy.
• Provide input on layout design of warehouse for flexibility and productivity.
• Design training for improvement methods used by material handlers.
• Analyze and improve ergonomics to reduce fatigue.
• Analyze warehousing methods to ensure a safe environment.
• Analyze packaging projects, including tooling and equipment setup.
• Analyze flow of product within the warehouse conveyor system.
• Streamline product movement to reduce cycle time in warehousing.
• Present fact-based findings with recommendations for process or design.

Skills

MS Office / Excel

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, MIS, Computer Science or related field

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Industrial Engineering Intern at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for performing all aspects of Industrial Engineering activities, as it applies to Warehouse and Distribution. The responsibilities for this role will include assisting industrial engineers in developing, coordinating, and improving warehouse processes to support internal and external customers within the distribution center. Projects could include one or many of any of the following Essential Functions.

Essential Functions

• Cleanliness zone area requirements: This position requires Garmin provided personal protective equipment including SD shoes (Static Dissipative Footwear) to be always worn for an entire shift to minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) and meet specified standards.
• Design and help implement product flow processes that enhance productivity/accuracy of product movement
• Provide analysis and input on physical layout design of warehouse for maximum flexibility and productivity
• Design training for improvement methods used by material handlers regarding lifting/physical movement
• Analyze, design and improve ergonomics within the warehouse to enhance productivity and reduce fatigue
• Analyzes work methods and functionality in the warehousing facility to ensure a safe environment
• Analyze special packaging projects, including tooling and equipment set-up
• Analyze and provide input on flow of product within the warehouse conveyor system
• Streamline product movement in warehouse activities that decreases cycle time of material flow
• Present fact-based findings with recommended improvements in process or design

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Management Information Systems, Computer Science or other related field
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365/Office Apps (Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook, etc.)
• Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, work well with others and be respectful
• Must be flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
• Must be detail-oriented
• Strong communication both written and verbal with analytical skills in problem solving

Desired Qualifications

• Outstand academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability. This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Intern Benefits