Industrial Engineering Intern: Lean Process Improvement

Knorr Bremse Group; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

KB Signaling, a subsidiary of Knorr Bremse Group, seeks an Industrial Engineering Intern to support process improvement, data collection, and lean manufacturing initiatives in a manufacturing environment. You will gain hands-on experience and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

You will assist with time studies, work instructions, and documentation while developing problem-solving skills and Excel proficiency. On-site work under the Head of Industrialization will guide your growth.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and industrial engineering principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to work onsite in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing process improvement initiatives
• Collect, analyze, and report production and operational data
• Assist with time studies and workflow analysis
• Participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement activities
• Support development and maintenance of work instructions and process documentation
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) performance
• Support capacity planning and production line optimization efforts
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities
• Assist with layout planning and material flow improvements
• Support implementation of standard work and visual management practices
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams
• Assist with tracking project progress and documenting results
• Support health, safety, and environmental initiatives
• Perform other engineering-related duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical thinking

Collaboration and teamwork

Initiative and willingness to learn

Organization and time management

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Office applications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

KB Signaling, a subsidiary of Knorr Bremse Group, seeks an Industrial Engineering Intern to support process improvement, data collection, and lean manufacturing initiatives in a manufacturing environment. You will gain hands-on experience and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

You will assist with time studies, work instructions, and documentation while developing problem-solving skills and Excel proficiency. On-site work under the Head of Industrialization will guide your growth.