Industrial Maintenance Intern (Manufacturing)

Vesuvius North America; Charleston (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Vesuvius North America is offering an internship focused on inventory organization and maintenance support in Illinois. You will assist with organizing inventory across multiple areas, support large-scale projects, and contribute to the creation of maintenance Standard Work Instructions.

The role emphasizes hands-on tasks, data entry in CMMS and Excel, and collaboration with supervisors. Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in engineering-related fields, have strong attention to

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field; second-year standing or higher.
• Coursework dealing with mechanical systems, maintenance practices, or related technical areas preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow direction and work independently.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn the CMMS system.
• Ability to perform hands-on tasks in a maintenance environment (majority of tasks will involve dirty or physically demanding work).
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and eagerness to learn.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organization and management of inventory across multiple areas (Maintenance storeroom, VMI room, Mix plant warehouse mezzanine).
• Support completion of large-scale inventory and organization projects.
• Contribute to development of Standard Work Instructions for PM and routine repairs during plant shutdowns.
• Perform accurate data entry into CMMS and Microsoft Excel.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to ensure documentation accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

MS Office

CMMS learning

Hands-on tasks

Problem solving

Legal work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Maintnce Tech or related field

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the organization and management of inventory across multiple areas, including: (Maintenance storeroom, VMI room, Mix plant warehouse mezzanine, and/or other areas).
• Support the completion of a large-scale inventory and organization projects.
• Contribute to the development of Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) for Preventive Maintenance (PM) and routine repairs and rebuilds performed during plant shutdowns.
• Perform accurate data entry into the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and Microsoft Excel.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to ensure accuracy and consistency in documentation.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment while performing tasks.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field; second-year standing or higher.
• Coursework dealing with mechanical systems, maintenance practices, or related technical areas preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow direction and work independently.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn the CMMS system.
• Ability to perform hands-on tasks in a maintenance environment (majority of tasks will involve dirty or physically demanding work).
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and eagerness to learn.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience in inventory management and stockroom organization.
• Develop technical writing skills through the creation of maintenance Standard Work Instructions.
• Learn and apply CMMS and Excel for maintenance tracking and data entry.
• Mentorship and collaboration with experienced professionals.
• Build foundational skills for careers in maintenance, operations, engineering, or supply chain.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Education

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Industrial Engineering or related field
• Bachelors or better in Industrial Maintnce Tech or related field

Behaviors

Preferred

• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities