Manufacturing Engineer Intern

Std Iron; Town of Hartford, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Std Iron in Hartford, Wisconsin seeks a Manufacturing Engineer Intern to support operations excellence and sustainability initiatives. You will assist in designing robust processes, contribute to NPI, and help reduce waste while maintaining quality.

You will work under the Director of Engineering, gaining hands-on experience in root cause analysis, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree required or equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering preferred.
• Proficient in CAD software; knowledge of lean manufacturing/Six Sigma principles.
• Strong technical writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• New Product Introduction (NPI): design and implement robust manufacturing processes; create detailed drawings and work instructions.
• Quality Leadership: interface for customer quality concerns; lead RCA and CAPA processes.
• Process Optimization: research and test methods to maximize throughput and reduce costs.
• Technical Support: provide engineering resolution to production floor challenges.
• Project Management: deliver product reports and lead cross-functional reviews.
• Stakeholder Communication: ensure clear customer requirement communication with internal/external partners.
• Compliance & Safety: adhere to safety protocols and regulatory work rules.

Skills

Technical writing

Lean/Six Sigma

Education

Associate Degree in Mechanical Design/Manufacturing Technology

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer Intern

Location: Hartford Wisconsin

Reporting To:

Director of Engineering

No Sponsorships or relocation provided for this role.

Job Purpose

The Manufacturing Engineer Intern is a role dedicated to the pursuit of operational excellence and sustainability. You assist in the delivery of defect-free products on timewhile minimizing costs for our customers through various skillsets and process utlilization Simultaneously, you will drive environmental stewardship by preventing exposures and reducing waste through lean, cost-effective manufacturing strategies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities could include:

• New Product Introduction (NPI):Design and implement robust manufacturing processes tailored to customer specifications; develop detailed technical drawings, establish rigid quality specifications, and author comprehensive work instructions.
• Quality Leadership:Act as the primary technical interface for customer quality concerns; lead the end-to-end Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action (CAPA) processes for internal and external issues.
• Process Optimization:Continuously research and test innovative manufacturing methods to maximize throughput and minimize production costs while upholding strict quality principles.
• Technical Support:Provide real-time engineering resolution to production floor challenges to maintain schedule integrity.
• Project Management:Deliver accurate product reports and project milestone updates; lead technical product reviews and cross-functional team meetings.
• Stakeholder Communication:Ensure 100% clarity on customer requirements through proactive, efficient communication with both internal departments and external partners.
• Compliance & Safety:Maintain total adherence to established business practices, safety protocols, and regulatory work rules.

Marginal Job Functions

• Documentation Management:Manage engineering documentation libraries to ensure high accessibility and strict version control.
• Team Leadership:Serve as a project lead for special initiatives or continuous improvement teams as assigned.
• Operational Support:Support broader manufacturing process troubleshooting to minimize downtime across the facility.
• Workplace Excellence:Maintain a safe, clean, and organized professional work environment (5S).

Education and Experience Track

• Education:Associate Degree in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field (Required).
• Experience:experience in a manufacturing engineering environment preferred.
• Alternative:A suitable combination of equivalent education and hands‑on industrial experience will be considered.
• Skills:Proficiency in CAD software, knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma principles, and strong technical writing abilities.