Lean Manufacturing Intern: Kaizen & Process Improvement

SPX; Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SPX is seeking a Continuous Improvement Intern to help enhance manufacturing processes through Lean methodologies. The role offers hands-on plant-floor exposure and cross-functional collaboration within a manufacturing environment, focusing on time studies, standardized work, and Kaizen initiatives.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an Engineering degree with an interest in process or industrial engineering and have strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in project management and multitasking.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail.
• Experience with Project Management, Lean Manufacturing, and Process Management.
• Currently pursuing an Engineering degree (preferred focus on process or industrial engineering).

Responsibilities

• Conduct time studies for assembly lines and other manufacturing processes.
• Develop standardized work procedures for assembly lines.
• Identify waste within manufacturing processes and contribute to problem-solving initiatives.
• Actively participate in structured Kaizen events.
• Learn and apply Lean tools and concepts effectively.
• Build communication skills to engage with team members across various organizational levels.
• Develop leadership abilities by managing projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Gain experience in overseeing cross-functional projects from initiation to completion.
• Increase assembly productivity by eliminating waste and implementing standardized work procedures.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Project management

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree (pursuing)

Job description

SPX is seeking a Continuous Improvement Intern to help enhance manufacturing processes through Lean methodologies. The role offers hands-on plant-floor exposure and cross-functional collaboration within a manufacturing environment, focusing on time studies, standardized work, and Kaizen initiatives.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an Engineering degree with an interest in process or industrial engineering and have strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.