Industrial Engineering Intern
Talascend is currently seeking an Industrial Engineering Intern for an opportunity with a leading automotive manufacturer in Bowling Green, KY.
Overview:
The Industrial Engineering Intern supports manufacturing improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost by assisting with data analysis, process observations, and continuous improvement activities across plant operations.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in collecting and analyzing production, labor, and process data to help improve workflow, efficiency, and resource utilization.
- Observe manufacturing operations and help document current processes, work balance, and sequence of operations.
- Participate in waste elimination and continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles. Assist with documenting process changes and improvement ideas.
- Assist with time studies, motion analysis, and standardized work reviews.
- Assist manufacturing, maintenance, and production teams with technical and analytical support for day-to-day operational issues.
- Support plant layout activities using AutoCAD.
- Learn manufacturing systems, plant workflows, and industrial engineering methods in a hands-on production environment.
- Build practical experience in lean tools, data analysis, standardized work, and continuous improvement.
- Support experienced engineers and cross-functional teams while developing problem-solving and communication skills.
Requirements:
- Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
- Ability to accurately document customer information.
- Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and AutoCAD.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 0-2 years related experience required.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.