Opex Intern — Paid, Part-Time in Industrial Engineering

Mueller Water Products; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Mueller Water Products, the leading U.S. manufacturer of fire hydrants and valves, is offering an Operational Excellence Internship in Cleveland, TN. The part-time program runs during the semester with a $20 per hour wage and a potential continuation for additional semesters.

Interns will study assembly line processes, map workflows, and document standard work to help improve throughput. Responsibilities include analyzing data, supporting shop-floor leaders, and collaborating with process

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• On track to graduate within 1–2 years.
• Able to work 10–15 hours per week at the facility.

Responsibilities

• Study assembly line processes to identify throughput improvements and balance lines.
• Document processes using flow mapping, standard work, and visual management.
• Revise manufacturing documentation and assist shop floor leaders daily.
• Analyze data to facilitate continuous improvements and collaborate with process engineers.

Skills

Communication skills

Lean/TPS training

Programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

MS Office

CAD/Drafting

Job description

Mueller Water Products, the leading U.S. manufacturer of fire hydrants and valves, is offering an Operational Excellence Internship in Cleveland, TN. The part-time program runs during the semester with a $20 per hour wage and a potential continuation for additional semesters.

Interns will study assembly line processes, map workflows, and document standard work to help improve throughput. Responsibilities include analyzing data, supporting shop-floor leaders, and collaborating with process