Intern, Industrial Operations

KB Signaling; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

KB Signaling invites a Summer Intern to join the Industrial Operations team in Grain Valley, MO, gaining hands-on exposure to safety systems, documentation, and project management during upgrades.

The role supports the Facilities Manager, contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams to ensure OSHA/VPP readiness, equipment data management, and progress tracking across projects at Grain Valley and Warrensburg.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Industrial Tech or a related field.
• Ability to work independently, identifying improvement opportunities or discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills, with an ability to tailor approach to different groups.
• Strong organizational, time management and data management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and follow through on deadlines.
• Comfort working around industrial equipment and learning applicable safety principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office / 365 tools (Excel, Word, SharePoint, etc.).
• Interest in project management, construction oversight, or safety compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support safety compliance and project management initiatives across the Grain Valley and Warrensburg sites.
• Assist with equipment data management and construction oversight.
• Coordinate communication between contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Track project progress, schedules, and deliverables while ensuring safety and documentation standards.
• Assist with OSHA/VPP readiness activities and audits.

Skills

Independent work

Effective communication

Time management

Data management

Safety principles

Travel between sites

Education

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

KB Signaling delivers unparalleled end-to-end wayside and onboard conventional signaling platforms and solutions, supporting our Control, Command, and Signaling (CCS) global business unit. A trailblazer, we are driven to provide the best solutions for improved safety, performance, and lower overall operating cost for today’s transit and freight railway systems and operators in North America and beyond. Our team is fueled by innovation and grounded in solid values, like giving back to the communities where we do business and embracing sustainability to help protect our planet. KB Signaling is part of a global, high-tech company that will challenge you and help you grow. Discover your potential.

KB Signaling Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Role Summary:

The KB Signaling business has an intern opening for its Grain Valley and Warrensburg Missouri locations. The Summer Intern will support the Industrial Operations organization by contributing to critical safety, compliance, and project‑management initiatives across the Grain Valley and Warrensburg sites. This role provides hands‑on experience with industrial safety systems, equipment data management, and construction oversight while helping prepare the facility for significant operational upgrades and regulatory milestones. The intern will work closely with the Facilities Manager, contractors, vendors, and cross‑functional teams to ensure that procedures, documentation, and facility conditions meet company expectations as well as OSHA and VPP standards. Through these projects, the intern will gain valuable exposure to real-world applications of safety compliance, facility operations, and project execution.

Examples of Previous Intern Key Responsibilities (subject to change based on business need):

• Verify Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures
  • Review current LOTO procedures for accuracy and completeness.
  • Conduct field verification to ensure alignment between documented procedures and actual equipment configurations.
  • Recommend and implement updates to improve format clarity, consistency, and safety compliance.
• Streamline Site Equipment Directories
  • Evaluate the current structure and usability of equipment directories.
  • Organize, update, and standardize directory content to ensure accurate and accessible equipment information.
  • Identify missing or outdated data and integrate revisions into the master directory.
• Day-to-Day Project Management for the Warrensburg 605 Building Remodel
  • Support daily oversight of breakroom and restroom remodeling activities.
  • Coordinate communication between contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
  • Track project progress, schedules, and deliverables while ensuring safety and documentation standards are maintained.
• Assist with VPP and OSHA Compliance Activities
  • Support site readiness for upcoming VPP certification.
  • Participate in facility audits, walkthroughs, and documentation efforts.
  • Assist with identifying compliance gaps, implementing corrective actions, and supporting ongoing OSHA/VPP requirements.
• Value Stream Mapping at Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Production Line
  • Assist Production team with Value Stream Mapping (VSM) at Fuji machine.
  • Identify related areas of waste, machine cycle times, bottlenecks and potential areas of lean improvement ranging from work order release including materials, collective runs (MFU set ups and batching of orders), machine set up, downtimes and changeovers.
  • Provide in depth detail of current state vs future state starting from work order release to AOI completion

Qualifications & Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Industrial Tech or a related field.
• Ability to work independently, identifying improvement opportunities or discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills, with an ability to tailor approach to different groups.
• Strong organizational, time management and data management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and follow through on deadlines.
• Comfort working around industrial equipment and learning applicable safety principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office / 365 tools (Excel, Word, SharePoint, etc.).
• Interest in project management, construction oversight, or safety compliance is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA safety concepts is a plus but not required.
• Ability to travel between Grain Valley and Warrensburg sites as needed.