Quality Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Charter Automotive; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Charter Manufacturing invites an engineering-oriented intern to gain hands-on quality experience at Charter Casting – Shawano in Shawano, WI. You will participate in APQP processes, support new product launches, and contribute to process control and documentation in a manufacturing environment.

You should have a relevant engineering degree and 1+ years in quality control or ASQ CQE, with strong SPC knowledge and proficiency with gauges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 1+ years in quality control or ASQ CQE.
• Experience leading problem-solving efforts.
• ISO/QMS experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficient with gauges and measurement tools.
• Able to apply team problem-solving techniques.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Preferred: ASQ CQE or Six Sigma Green Belt.
• Experience in APQP/PPAP.
• Strong SPC knowledge.
• Experience with direct customer contact in quality role.
• Related industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) processes.
• Support successful launches of new products and processes with compliant quality controls.
• Join cross-functional reviews to ensure quality and productivity criteria are met.
• Review and verify quality documentation (PFDs, FMEAs, Control Plans).
• Develop standards for inspection, testing, and evaluation.
• Collaborate across departments to design new gauging processes or equipment.
• Conduct internal and supplier quality audits and maintain records.
• Train employees in auditing methods as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Quality control

SPC

APQP

PPAP

Gauges

MS Office

Customer contact

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (preferred)

Tools

Gauges

MS Office

Job description

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! Charter Casting - Shawano is a leading provider of innovative cast metal solutions. Charter Casting produces ductile and gray iron castings for customers in various industries. From government and defense customers to agricultural and heavy truck equipment manufacturers, and an array of companies who need pumps, valves and compressors, Charter Casting works with its customers to create custom castings that are both efficient and cost-effective. Through this internship, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in quality engineering, including quality management systems, statistical process control (SPC), process controls, and document management. You’ll develop a strong foundation in quality assurance principles and learn how to apply quality tools and practices to support continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Program Structure:

Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week) during the summer. Location: Shawano, WI Start Date: May 2027 Duration: Summer internship

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other related degree or a combination of education and experience.
• One plus years’ experience in quality control or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer.
• Experience in leading problem‑solving efforts.
• Experience in an organization with ISO/Quality Management System Requirements - Business specific, please update at time of posting.
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of gauges.
• Demonstrated ability to apply team problem solving techniques.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Preferred experience: ASQ Certified Quality Engineer or Six Sigma Green Belt.
• Experience in APQP process and PPAP preparation.
• Strong Statistical Process Control (SPC) knowledge.
• Experience with direct customer contact in a quality role.
• Related industry experience.

What you'll focus on:

• Participate Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process and teams.
• Ensure successful launch of new products and processes, process capability and control to meet customer requirements.
• Participate cross-functional product trial review team to ensure products and processes meet applicable quality and productivity criteria.
• Review, and verify all quality supporting documentation, including PFD’s, FMEA’s and Control Plans.
• Develop and implement standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.
• Work with related departments to design and develop new gauging processes or equipment.
• Perform production readiness evaluations, and report/identify recommended actions.
• Assist in developing and maintaining control of the quality management system, related communication, training, and documentation.
• Perform internal and supplier audits.
• Maintain auditing documentation.
• Train employees in auditing related methods or procedures as needed.
• Promote an environment of open communication and teamwork regarding quality.
• Maintain the customer complaint and internal nonconformance process, including work to ensure nonconformance quarantine areas are properly maintained.
• Oversee the engineering change request process to ensure work is completed in a timely manner to adhere to the IATF standard.

What Sets Our Internship Program Apart:

• Work on meaningful projects while receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities that help launch your career.
• Our paid internship program also includes signature experiences like Charter's Intern Kickoff Day, volunteer opportunities, professional development workshops, and the Intern Summer Showcase.

This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on either the applicant verifying that the applicant falls under the “U.S. Person” definition (including U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or the employer timely obtaining any necessary export license under federal law. The employer evaluates export licensing on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion, as export license applications can take many weeks to process. #LI-AF1 #LI-Onsite #CharterCasting

Internship positions are not benefits-eligible. This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on either the applicant verifying that the applicant falls under the “U.S. Person” definition (including U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or the employer timely obtaining any necessary export license under federal law. The employer evaluates export licensing on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion, as export license applications can take many weeks to process.

OUR STORY

Charter Manufacturing is a family-owned group of diversified metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936 and headquartered in Mequon, Wis. Our will to grow drives our success. It is fueled by a team of respected and dedicated employees committed to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family.

WE ARE INVESTED IN YOU

When you work at Charter Manufacturing you’re part of a four-generation family business. That means, you’re not just an employee, you’re one of our family members. We believe in mutual trust. Employees are respected and empowered to explore new and better ways to impact the success of the company. Employees, at every level, are valued for their motivation to deliver the best products and service. We are in this together. Charter has a thriving team environment. Part of being a family means we collaborate, learn, thrive and benefit – together. We are committed to your future. The forward thinking and enthusiasm from our team drives us to create resources and opportunities for employees to learn, develop and create their own future. We celebrate you. We are successful because of our employees — and their great work doesn’t go unnoticed. We recognize and reward our employees for their contributions.

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