Lean Ops Intern: On-Floor Kaizen & Data-Driven Impact

LM Wind Power; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Lean Operations / Continuous Improvement Intern to support operational excellence initiatives in our Grand Forks plant. You will work on the floor with operations, maintenance, quality, engineering, and leadership teams to drive daily management, 5S, value stream mapping, and standard work.

The role emphasizes hands-on data analysis, problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration to improve safety, quality, and delivery in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field.
• Strong interest in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and plant operations.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to collect, organize, and interpret data.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other basic data/reporting tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing or operational environment with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of Daily Management utilizing iObeya (New Daily Management Software).
• Assist with digital Lean initiatives using tools such as Power BI, Excel, Smartsheet.
• Support problem-solving activities using Lean methodologies.
• Assist tracking KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide support for BiQ (Built in Quality) rollout initiatives.
• Conduct data gathering, tracking, and analysis to support lean and operational improvement projects.
• Participate in Kaizen events to improve Safety, Quality and Delivery.
• Help identify process improvement opportunities and support execution of action plans.
• Collaborate with plant teams and stakeholders to ensure successful deployment of continuous improvement initiatives like 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work to improve workplace organization, efficiency, and safety.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Education

Pursuing degree in Engineering/Operations/Supply Chain/Manufacturing/Business

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Smartsheet

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking a Lean Operations / Continuous Improvement Intern to support operational excellence initiatives in our Grand Forks plant. You will work on the floor with operations, maintenance, quality, engineering, and leadership teams to drive daily management, 5S, value stream mapping, and standard work.

The role emphasizes hands-on data analysis, problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration to improve safety, quality, and delivery in a manufacturing setting.