Operations Management Intern: Lean Process Improvement

oshkoshcorporation; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, invites students to join the Operations team for an internship focused on improving production processes, lean techniques, and ISO methods. You'll participate in daily production meetings and collaborate with supervisors to drive efficiency.

The internship targets students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Operations/Manufacturing Management or related fields, with a 3.0 GPA or higher, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Student working toward a Bachelor's degree for the entire duration of the internship.
• GPA of 3.0 or greater.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the direct activities of production management personnel.
• Work with the Operations department to introduce, promote, and implement lean manufacturing techniques to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
• Promote growth of ISO procedures and standards.
• Utilize value stream mapping to analyze and improve material flow and eliminate waste.
• Assist in the assurance of quality and accuracy of customer order fulfillment.
• Assist in continuous improvement techniques including Continuous Improvement events and 5S.
• Assist in leadership assignment and duties according to supervisor's needs.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations/Manufacturing Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, invites students to join the Operations team for an internship focused on improving production processes, lean techniques, and ISO methods. You'll participate in daily production meetings and collaborate with supervisors to drive efficiency.

The internship targets students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Operations/Manufacturing Management or related fields, with a 3.0 GPA or higher, and strong organizational and communication skills.