Lean Manufacturing Intern: Drive Process Improvements

Harmon; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Wellness program

Career progression

Job summary

Harmon is seeking a motivated Continuous Improvement Intern to join our team for the summer. You will support Lean initiatives, work with cross-functional teams, and help identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and safety in manufacturing.

Under the guidance of the Continuous Improvement Manager, you will gain hands-on experience in process mapping, data analysis, and project tracking while contributing to real-world improvements and measurable results.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field.
• Junior or Senior standing preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives across production operations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to identify and implement process improvements.
• Analyze operational data to identify opportunities to improve: inventory control, product quality, throughput, material flow, productivity, ergonomics and workplace safety.
• Participate in problem-solving and root cause analysis activities.
• Assist with process mapping, workflow analysis, and documentation.
• Support the implementation and tracking of improvement projects.
• Create reports, presentations, and visual tools to communicate project progress and results.
• Work alongside team members to drive positive operational change and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Lean manufacturing

Education

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Supply Chain Management

Operations Management

Related field of study

Job description

Harmon is seeking a motivated Continuous Improvement Intern to join our team for the summer. You will support Lean initiatives, work with cross-functional teams, and help identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and safety in manufacturing.

Under the guidance of the Continuous Improvement Manager, you will gain hands-on experience in process mapping, data analysis, and project tracking while contributing to real-world improvements and measurable results.