Quality Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Charter Dura-Bar, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Professional development workshops

Intern Kickoff Day

Volunteer opportunities

Intern Summer Showcase

Job summary

Charter Manufacturing in Shawano, WI invites a motivated intern to join the Quality Engineering team this summer. You’ll gain hands-on experience with quality management systems, SPC, APQP, PPAP, and documentation control while supporting continuous improvement efforts.

This paid internship features mentorship, project work, and opportunities to develop skills in gauges, problem solving, ISO requirements, and cross‑functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• 1+ year in quality control; ASQ CQE is a plus or equivalent certification.
• Experience leading problem-solving efforts and cross-functional teams.
• Familiar with ISO/QMS requirements and document control processes.
• Ability to use gauging devices and inspection tools; proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Participate APQP processes to ensure successful product launches.
• Support cross-functional reviews to meet quality and productivity targets.
• Review quality documentation: PFDs, FMEAs, and Control Plans.
• Develop and implement inspection methods; assist in gauging process design.
• Assist in production readiness evaluations and corrective actions.
• Help maintain quality management system documentation and training.
• Assist internal and supplier audits and training in auditing methods.
• Promote open communication and teamwork on quality issues.
• Manage nonconformance handling and quarantine processes.
• Support engineering change requests to meet IATF standards.

Skills

Problem solving

Gauges usage

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer

Six Sigma Green Belt (preferred)

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.

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.