Industrial Engineering Internship

Grimco, Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from engineers

Exposure to manufacturing processes

Competitive internship compensation

Potential for full-time opportunities

Job summary

Grimco, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical/Industrial Engineering Intern to apply Six Sigma methodologies in a manufacturing setting. You will own process improvement projects from concept to completion, working hands-on in our production facility to drive measurable operational enhancements.

The role offers mentorship from experienced engineers, exposure to diverse processes in the sign and graphics industry, and potential for full-time opportunities after graduation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Mechanical/Industrial Engineering degree or closely related field.
• Experience applying Six Sigma concepts in manufacturing is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute DOE in manufacturing environments to optimize process parameters and product quality.
• Conduct Big Data Analysis to uncover patterns from production data streams.
• Combine AI with Mechanical/Industrial Engineering tools to develop intelligent automation solutions.
• Execute DMAIC projects to reduce process variation and eliminate manufacturing waste.
• Conduct time studies, process mapping, and statistical analysis to identify improvement opportunities.
• Design and prototype automation solutions for production line efficiency.
• Apply statistical process control techniques to monitor and optimize operations.
• Collaborate with production teams to implement Lean manufacturing principles.
• Present data-driven findings and recommendations to facility leadership.

Skills

DOE

Big Data Analysis

AI for automation

DMAIC

Time studies

Process mapping

Statistical analysis

Lean manufacturing

Automation prototyping

Education

Engineering internship in Mechanical/Industrial

Tools

Six Sigma

SPC

Job description

Grimco is a leader in the sign and graphics industry, operating multiple manufacturing plants and an extensive distribution hub network across the United States. We are committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement in our supply chain operations.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Do you want to work for a company where the people are the purpose? Grimco is a leading $1.5 billion sign supply distribution company serving the graphics and signage industry. As a family-owned business, we combine the stability and resources of an industry leader with the agility and innovation of an entrepreneurial environment.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

We are seeking a Mechanical/Industrial Engineering Intern who wants real-world experience applying Six Sigma methodologies in a manufacturing environment. You will own process improvement projects from concept to completion, working hands-on in our production facility to drive measurable operational enhancements.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) in manufacturing environments to optimize process parameters and product quality.
• Conduct Big Data Analysis to uncover patterns and insights from production data streams.
• Combine AI with Mechanical and Industrial Engineering tools to develop intelligent automation solutions.
• Execute DMAIC projects to reduce process variation and eliminate manufacturing waste.
• Conduct time studies, process mapping, and statistical analysis to identify improvement opportunities.
• Design and prototype automation solutions for production line efficiency.
• Apply statistical process control techniques to monitor and optimize manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with production teams to implement Lean manufacturing principles.
• Present data-driven findings and recommendations to facility leadership.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Hands-on experience applying Six Sigma tools with immediate impact
• Mentorship from experienced engineering professionals and certified Black Belts
• Exposure to diverse manufacturing processes in the sign and graphics industry
• Competitive internship compensation
• Potential for full-time opportunities upon graduation.

Grimco is a national wholesale sign supply manufacturer and distributor with over 50 locations across North America. We focus on distributing quality products and providing excellent service to the sign industry. Our offering of sign supplies includes traffic signs, blanks, substrates, boards, digital print media, wrap films, sign vinyl, application tape, banner material and supplies, sign frames, banner stands, LEDs and electrical accessories, grand format solvent/UV/latex printers, inks, software and more.