Lean Operations Intern - Process Improvement

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc. in Tennessee offers an internship with the Operations team to develop process improvements and participate in daily production meetings. You will collaborate with supervisors to implement lean manufacturing techniques and support ISO procedures.

This role emphasizes value stream mapping to improve material flow and reduce waste, quality assurance of orders, and involvement in Continuous Improvement events and 5S. Expect Summer 2027 relocation to Murfreesboro, TN.

Qualifications

• Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree for entire duration of internship.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or later.
• Willing to travel or relocate to Murfreesboro, TN for Summer 2027, relocation assistance for >50 miles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct activities of production management personnel.
• Work with the Operations department to introduce lean manufacturing techniques to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
• Promote growth of ISO procedures and standards.
• Utilize value stream mapping to analyze and improve material flow and eliminate waste.
• Assist in quality and accuracy of customer order fulfillment.
• Assist in continuous improvement events and 5S.
• Assist in leadership assignments and duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations/Manufacturing Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc. in Tennessee offers an internship with the Operations team to develop process improvements and participate in daily production meetings. You will collaborate with supervisors to implement lean manufacturing techniques and support ISO procedures.

This role emphasizes value stream mapping to improve material flow and reduce waste, quality assurance of orders, and involvement in Continuous Improvement events and 5S. Expect Summer 2027 relocation to Murfreesboro, TN.