Intern - Corporate Quality (Summer 2027)

Plexus Corp.; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Plexus Corp. in Neenah, Wisconsin is seeking a motivated Quality Intern to gain hands-on experience across quality management, audits, and documentation within a manufacturing and engineering environment.

As a Quality Intern, you will work with quality professionals and cross-functional teams to support key initiatives, develop an understanding of quality systems, and contribute to process improvements while gaining practical exposure to manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Audit support: gather and organize documentation for audits.
• Assist in audit activities including walkthroughs, documentation reviews, and process assessments.
• Support creation of audit reports and track corrective actions.
• Document control: manage quality documentation and ensure up-to-date documents.
• Assist in review, approval, and distribution of quality documents.
• Collaborate with training team to develop and update quality training materials.
• Support manufacturing/engineering design teams with quality processes.
• Assist in supplier quality evaluation and supplier audits.
• Collect and report on key quality metrics and develop dashboards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Google Workspace

Education

Pursuing degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field

Job description

About us:

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world.

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. This is an internship position (Non-Exempt Salary); the hourly range is stated below. The rate offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Hourly Rate: $22 - $26/hr.

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of quality management through rotational assignments across different functions. As a Quality Intern, you will work closely with our quality professionals and cross-functional teams to support key quality initiatives and processes. This role is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of quality systems, practices, and the importance of maintaining high standards in a manufacturing and engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Audit Support:
• Assist in preparing for internal and external audits by gathering and organizing necessary documentation.
• Participate in audit activities, including walkthroughs, documentation reviews, and process assessments.
• Support the creation of audit reports and track the implementation of corrective actions.
• Document Control:
• Help manage and maintain quality documentation, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and compliant with relevant standards.
• Assist in the review, approval, and distribution of quality documents across the organization.
• Support the implementation of document control procedures and training.
• Technical Training:
• Collaborate with the training team to develop and update technical training materials related to quality processes and systems.
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating training sessions for employees across various departments.
• Track and report on training completion and effectiveness.
• Manufacturing/Engineering Design Site Support:
• Provide quality support for manufacturing and engineering design teams, ensuring processes meet established standards.
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities related to product quality issues.
• Assist in the implementation of quality improvements and process optimizations.
• Supplier Quality:
• Assist in the evaluation and monitoring of supplier performance, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Participate in supplier audits and assessments to verify adherence to contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Support the development and maintenance of supplier quality metrics and reporting.
• Quality Metrics and Reporting:
• Collect, analyze, and report on key quality metrics such as defect rates, process capability, and audit findings.
• Assist in the development of dashboards and reports to communicate quality performance to stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying trends and areas for improvement based on quality data.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Quality Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Google Workplace

Physical Requirements

• N/A

Travel Requirements

• Less than 40%

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [e-mail]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.