Intern, Industrial Engineer

Crystal Group; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Group is seeking an Intern, Industrial Engineer to support design, development, and verification of mechanical components and assemblies. You will work under the Director of Facilities in the Operations department, contributing to process improvements and equipment evaluations.

The role emphasizes hands-on analysis of manufacturing processes, ergonomic assessments, and cost-focused improvements, with an on-site work model and a typical Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS degree in industrial engineering or a related field.
• Must be a US Person (US citizen, permanent resident, or protected status).

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes, equipment, and methods for continuous improvement.
• Design, review, and evaluate manufacturing processes for new/existing products including ergonomics and cost improvements.
• Develop capital expenditure proposals and perform cost justifications for new equipment.
• Conduct studies to maximize workflow, material routing, and spatial utilization.
• Provide technical assistance and engineering support for process improvements and root-cause analyses.
• Conduct safety audits and implement corrective actions with management support.

Skills

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Intern, Industrial Engineer

Reports to: Director of Facilities

Department: Operations

Work Model: Full-time, On-site – No Travel Required

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am-5pm

Company Information

At Crystal Group, we do hard things – designing and building rugged tech and tech solutions that provide predictable performance in the world’s most unforgiving environments. As a 100% employee-owned company, here you take extreme ownership of your role and work and invest in your own success and that of your teammates. Together we use a zero limits approach to wow our customers.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the design, development, verification of assigned mechanical components to include sheet-metal / machined-metal parts and assemblies, and theoretical mechanical concepts required to integrate mechanical and electrical components into one assembly.

Essential Functions

• Analyze manufacturing processes, production equipment, and methods for continuous improvement projects
• Design, review and evaluate the manufacturing processes of new and existing products, including ergonomic assessments, productivity improvements, manufacturability, and cost improvements
• Develop capital expenditure proposals and perform cost justifications for new equipment
• Conducts studies in operations to maximize workflow, material routing, and spatial utilization
• Provides technical assistance and engineering support in the form of process improvement including performing root cause analysis, and implementing preventative and corrective action as required
• Conduct safety audits/assessments, identify and work with management to resolve safety issues, and ensure that accepted corrective actions are implemented
• Decide how the company should allocate its equipment and labor within the framework of existing physical constraints and budget
• Represent Crystal in the most positive manner with prospective and current suppliers and the community we serve

Required Qualifications

• Must be a US Person (US Citizen, person granted US Permanent Resident Card or any individual who is granted status as a \"protected person\")
• Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering or related field

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Occasional exposure to manufacturing floor and testing environments. May require lifting up to 25 lbs, standing for extended periods during product testing.

EEO Statement

Crystal Group, Inc, maintains a program of equal employment opportunity designed to ensure that employment and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees and applicants on the basis of individual qualifications and without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, disability, age, sex, genetic information, military status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Offer Contingency

All job offers are contingent on the applicant successfully completing the background check, physical assessment and drug screen.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary. Employment with Crystal Group remains at-will.

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