Manufacturing Engineering Intern: Process Improvement & Lean

Nikkiso; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso ACD in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering candidate to contribute to process improvements on cryogenic equipment. You will create pictorial work instructions, revise Bills of Operations, and help design simple tooling under supervision.

The role emphasizes Lean Six Sigma applications, observing operators to enhance efficiency, and optimizing facility layout and material flow on the production floor.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing engineering degree or related field.
• Passion to learn and take on challenges.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Create pictorial work instructions for assemblies and processes.
• Create/revise simple Bills of Operations (BOO).
• Create simple rework travelers for non-conforming parts.
• Design simple tooling and fixtures.
• Identify process improvement opportunities.
• Observe and work with operators to understand/improve processes.
• Utilize Lean Six Sigma methodology with production team and engineers.
• Improve and modify facility layout – workflow and material flow guidelines.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Mechanical design

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s in Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Nikkiso ACD in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering candidate to contribute to process improvements on cryogenic equipment. You will create pictorial work instructions, revise Bills of Operations, and help design simple tooling under supervision.

The role emphasizes Lean Six Sigma applications, observing operators to enhance efficiency, and optimizing facility layout and material flow on the production floor.