Manufacturing Engineering Intern — Drive Process Improvements

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ag Leader is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern in Ames, IA to support continuous improvement across manufacturing, warehouse and shipping. You will collect data, document current processes and help design workspace layouts to boost productivity, while using tools like process charts and value stream maps.

You will contribute to cross-functional teams, learn practical engineering methods, and develop problem-solving and technical communication skills in a real production environment.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering.
• Two years of coursework completed or one year of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Ability to read and write technical reports and work instructions.
• Problem-solving through logical analysis and creative thinking.
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools.
• Proficiency in using computers with a Windows platform.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and manage continuous improvement projects within Manufacturing, Warehouse, and Shipping; contact suppliers and update Epicor with information.
• Collect data and document current production processes using tools such as process charts or value stream maps.
• Design and update workspace layouts for increased productivity.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Technical reports

Windows PC skills

Tools handling

Education

Bachelor's degree path in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Eng.

Tools

Epicor ERP

Process charts

Value stream maps

Job description

Ag Leader is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern in Ames, IA to support continuous improvement across manufacturing, warehouse and shipping. You will collect data, document current processes and help design workspace layouts to boost productivity, while using tools like process charts and value stream maps.

You will contribute to cross-functional teams, learn practical engineering methods, and develop problem-solving and technical communication skills in a real production environment.