Manufacturing Operations Internship Opportunity

4 weeks ago


Spring Grove, Illinois, United States SCOT FORGE Full time
Job Description

Scot Forge is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Operations Intern to support the operations management team during the summer of 2025. This internship will provide a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in manufacturing management and develop valuable skills in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the operations management team in daily tasks and projects
  • Collaborate with plant management and supervisors to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
  • Participate in shop floor projects focused on enhancing productivity, reducing waste, and optimizing processes
  • Assist in driving 5S activities and participating in 5S events
  • Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Daily Control Meeting (DCM) activities
  • Help track and act on identified action items to support operational goals
  • Assist in conducting root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues affecting quality and productivity

Requirements:

  • Minimum Sophomore standing in pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field
  • Independent worker with strong self-management and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of SolidWorks or other CAD/CAM software
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques, including 5S and Kaizen, preferred
  • Experience using Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Skills:

  • Certifications in Lean Manufacturing Techniques, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis, and/or Safety Compliance
  • Effective collaborator with strong communication skills
  • Knowledge of a wide variety of manufacturing processes
  • Previous exposure to CNC machining or machinery
  • Geometrical Tolerance specification/application knowledge

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be authorized to work anywhere in the U.S. without sponsorship
  • Must be able to pass a 90-day head hair drug test

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: M/F/Disabled/Vets encouraged to apply. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.



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