Manufacturing Engineer Intern - IST

PPC INDUSTRIES INC; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

PPC INDUSTRIES INC is offering an internship for a Manufacturing Engineer at their Pleasant Prairie location. The intern will support engineering activities to improve and sustain manufacturing processes, focusing on extrusion processing and validation.

The ideal candidate is currently pursuing an Engineering degree and is eager to learn about manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies. The role provides hands-on experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Engineering program related to Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial.
• Basic knowledge of inspection and measurement equipment.
• Proficiency with documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Manufacturing Engineering projects.
• Support Lean/Six Sigma initiatives.
• Participate in hands-on process improvement activities.
• Support the Validation team in transitioning new programs.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing specifications and documentation.
• Communicate key technical and process requirements.
• Partner with Quality Assurance for product compliance.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Interest in manufacturing processes

Problem solving

Education

Currently enrolled in an Engineering degree program

Tools

PC-based tools (e.g., Excel)

Basic inspection and measurement equipment

Job description

Job location: PPC - Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158. Position type: Internship. Job shift: Day.

The Manufacturing Engineer Intern supports Manufacturing Engineering activities to integrate, improve, and sustain manufacturing systems and processes, with a focus on extrusion processing, production, and validation. This role provides hands‑on exposure to continuous improvement, process optimization, and cross‑functional collaboration within a regulated manufacturing environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Actively promote and support a culture of safety.
• Support compliance with operational, quality, and customer requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aligned with company goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with Manufacturing Engineering projects as assigned.
• Support Lean / Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in hands‑on process improvement activities, applying basic engineering concepts to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Support the Validation team in transitioning new programs to production, including manufacturing lines, secondary operations, and production planning.
• Assist in developing and maintaining manufacturing specifications and documentation, including work instructions and process guides.
• Work with Manufacturing to help communicate and reinforce key technical and process requirements.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to support product compliance and investigate quality concerns.
• Participate in NCR, CAPA, and Continuous Improvement meetings as required.
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams at the Pleasant Prairie site.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Engineering degree program (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or related).
• Working knowledge of basic inspection and measurement equipment.
• Basic proficiency with PC‑based tools (e.g., Excel, documentation systems).
• Strong interest in manufacturing processes, continuous improvement, and problem solving.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Work performed in office, production, and warehouse environments.
• May work near moving mechanical parts and be exposed to wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and noise levels requiring hearing protection.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.