Manufacturing/Operations Engineer, 2024 Summer Intern

Company Description

ITW Appliance Components serves all the major Appliance OEM in the US, Europe, Asia, and Mexico and their tier suppliers.  This global division manufactures mechanical, electromechanical and electrical components and assemblies with a variety of manufacturing processes.  We have locations in the US, China, Mexico, the UK, Slovenia, New Zealand, Bulgaria and Italy.  ITW Industrial Components is a separate Business Unit within the ITW Appliance Division focused on industrial customers and applications.

The division drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering.  In addition to ITW’s industry leading research and development capabilities, the division enhances our customers’ competitive advantage by . . .

• Maintaining advanced global engineering and manufacturing facilities.
• Identifying customer needs to provide continued added value solutions.
• Continually improving processes, material and designs to ensure every solution exceeds customer expectations while providing unparalleled value.

Position Summary:

This position is expected to work on-site during the summer of 2024.  As a Manufacturing/Operations Engineering Intern, you will be working with the Operations and Manufacturing teams to support in the implementation of projects that maximize up-time, minimize scrap, and drive continuous improvements and quality standards.  This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager with support from the Plant Manager and is based in New Berlin, WI.

 

Job Description

Core Responsibilities:

The Intern will work with members of the operations and engineering teams to develop and refine our manufacturing processes, equipment, and products to result in the following:

• Improved manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Investigation and resolution of identified issues.
• Improved documentation of Processes and Procedures.
• Improved process flow, productivity, and quality.
• New methods implemented to support new or changes to existing products.

Expected Intern Learning:

• Exposure to manufacturing environments
  • Work with Automated and molding equipment.
  • Associated quality requirements and inspection methods to insure product conformity & performance.
  • Root cause analysis.
  • Project management.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Rising Senior (graduating 2025) pursuing a degree in Engineering (BSIE, BSME or equivalent).
• Competent working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Basic CAD modeling experience with Solid Works a plus.
• Previous internship experience in a manufacturing or operations function.
• Strong attention to detail, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn, demonstrated curiosity and a drive to excel.
• Must enjoy being hands on.
• Ability to travel to another facility in Des Plaines, IL as needed.

Job Competencies:

• Critical Thinking & Decision Making:  Ability to make logical and sound decisions and to know when to act independently and when to seek assistance.
• Curiosity & Learning Orientation:  Actively identifying new areas for learning and applying newly gained knowledge/skill on the job.
• Drive to Excel:  Driven to succeed and willing to go the extra mile.  Perseveres in the face of obstacles and challenges.
• Interpersonal Skills & Communication:  Ability to work collaboratively and partner well with others, express oneself verbally and in writing, and listen well.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and talk and hear.  The employee is required to stands; walk, sit and use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Color vision, Distance vision, Depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Required to use Personal Protective Equipment and comply with all company and OSHA safety and work policies.

Additional Information

Only qualified selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.  No phone calls or email inquiries please. Pre-employment, post offer drug screen and physical required on selected candidate. 

EOE/AAF/M/D/V.  ITW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.