Manufacturing Process Improvement Intern - Summer 2027

Lexington Mfg Inc; Coon Rapids, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch & Learns

Off-site social activities

Exposure to real business challenges

Opportunities to present your work

Job summary

Lexington Mfg Inc. in Minnesota invites you to join as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. This on-site, four-day-per-week role offers practical experiences across production work centers, time studies, and process improvements.

You’ll own projects from start to finish under engineering guidance, participate in Lean and CIF initiatives, and gain exposure to documentation, safety, quality, and cost improvements while collaborating with engineers and operators.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related degree
• Completed at least 1 year of college coursework
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Interest in manufacturing, process improvement, and continuous improvement
• Comfortable working both independently and in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with CAD software is a plus
• Bonus: Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma concepts, or process improvement methodologies

Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing operations to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement
• Support process standardization and workflow optimization initiatives
• Conduct time studies and evaluate production methods to improve productivity and reduce waste
• Assist with implementation of best practices across manufacturing areas
• Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CIF) initiatives
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance
• Select and lead improvement projects from start to finish under engineering guidance
• Assist with tooling, fixture, and workstation improvements
• Collaborate with engineers and operators to improve ergonomics and manufacturing efficiency
• Help evaluate equipment performance and recommend productivity enhancements
• Support implementation and validation of process changes

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Mechanical Engineering or Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering (pursuing)

At least 1 year of college coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Job description

Lexington Mfg Inc. in Minnesota invites you to join as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. This on-site, four-day-per-week role offers practical experiences across production work centers, time studies, and process improvements.

You’ll own projects from start to finish under engineering guidance, participate in Lean and CIF initiatives, and gain exposure to documentation, safety, quality, and cost improvements while collaborating with engineers and operators.