Operations Analyst-Lean Intern

Meggitt is a global engineering group specializing in extreme environment products and smart sub-systems for aerospace, defense and energy markets. We employ over 12,000 people across manufacturing facilities in Asia, Europe, North America, with regional bases in India and the Middle East..
Job Designation
The primary purpose of the Operations Analyst-Lean Intern role is to assist the manufacturing team solve safety, quality, delivery & productivity issues.
Job Core Responsibilities
As an intern, your day-to-day tasks will vary but will primarily consist of the following:
• Provide technical and administrative support to the manufacturing management team including data collection and data entry
• Assist manufacturing team solve safety, quality, delivery & productivity issues using parker's problem solving skills
• Provide productivity improvements through the support of continuous improvement projects
• Enable team members on the floor to achieve their high performing teams (HPT's) goals through problem solving
• Learn the Parker Lean System and tools
• Identify and lead Kaizens through Site & Value Stream transformation plans
• Assist manufacturing team on the floor to meet daily production
• Trouble shoot and problem solve on the production floor on process through review of day by hour sheets
• Review, revise and draft standard operating procedures, including work instructions and process documents
• Train operators, supervisors and other employees on basic lean principles & problem solving tools
• Assure safe environment & support process improvements related to safety
• Perform all other related duties as assigned
Job Specifications
Schedule: This is a year round internship position. Work hours are flexible and determined based on school schedule. Up to 20 hours per week during the school year with potential for more hours during breaks and in the summer. Candidates should be local to the Tucson/Oro Valley areas.
Education: Currently enrolled in Junior level courses at an accredited college/university working towards a bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or Supply Chain
Certifications: None required
Years of Experience: 0-2 years of experience
Skills:

• Ability to take initiative and be self-directed
• Problem Solving skills
• Understanding the concept of continuous improvement
• Ability to influence and work well with all functions of an organization
• Strong statistical, analytical, decision making & sense of urgency skills
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and problem solving tools (e.g. fishbone, 5Why's) a plus
• Ability to work effectively in a variety of environments and assignments
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Meggitt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.