Smart Factory Robotics & Operations Intern

TRUMPF; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

TRUMPF Inc. is seeking a motivated student to assist in testing and improving material flow in our Chicago-area factory.

You will help analyze gaps in touchless manufacturing, support robotics integration with various machines, and collaborate with engineering teams on logistics and automation projects. You will also contribute to continuous improvement efforts, assist in creating education materials about Robotic Process Automation for sheetmetal fabrication, and support the production team

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Informatics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Takeover tasks related to testing and improving material flow through the factory
• Analyze and help close gaps in the touchless manufacturing process for small & large parts
• Assist in concept evaluation and solution design of robotic systems for integration to various Trumpf machines
• Collaborate with engineering teams on robotics, logistics, AGV, and bending projects
• Support the production team in daily operations, including monitoring and maintaining current machinery and shopfloor
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and quality for production operation and customer experience
• Generate marketing and sales material for advertising and education about Robotic Process Automation in the sheetmetal fabrication segment
• Assist the Robotics & Operations team in customer project related tasks
• Other related duties as assigned by the Manager

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering student

Tools

Office 365 Suite

Job description

As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company culture, which values collaboration and mutual trust, creates the ideal framework for boldly trying new things and questioning the status quo. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable. Whether lasers, machine tools, EUV or electronics - TRUMPF is building technological worlds for future generations. Are you ready for new challenges?

Responsibilities

• Takeover tasks related to testing and improving material flow through the factory
• Analyze and help close gaps in the touchless manufacturing process for small & large parts
• Assist in concept evaluation and solution design of robotic systems for integration to various Trumpf machines
• Collaborate with engineering teams on robotics, logistics, AGV, and bending projects
• Support the production team in daily operations, including monitoring and maintaining current machinery and shopfloor
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and quality for production operation and customer experience
• Generate marketing and sales material for advertising and education about Robotic Process Automation in the sheetmetal fabrication segment
• Assist the Robotics & Operations team in customer project related tasks
• Other related duties as assigned by the Manager

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Informatics
• Basic knowledge of fabrication industry and manufacturing processes
• Proficiency in Office 365 Suite
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work independently and effectively with cross-functional teams
• Previous internships or robotic / fabrication project experience is a plus
• Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment

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