Process and Quality Engineering Internship

The newly created Company, FerroWorks, has locations in Pittsburgh, McKees Rocks, and Kutztown, PA including McConway and Torley and Standard Forged, which have been in continuous operations since 1869, the same year the first US transcontinental railroad was completed.  We have been able to meet the needs of our customers with a steady, dependable and economical supply of high-quality railroad industry products.  As McConway is the original designers of the first standard automatic coupler, continued innovation and craftsmanship have and has led to a product line that includes every ARR approved coupler as well as custom coupler solutions, which are all proudly cast in the US.

The Process and Quality Engineering Internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in process optimization, quality control, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will assist our engineering team in evaluating and refining manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and helping implement strategies that improve overall efficiency and product consistency. You will specifically be working on Quad Charts and Green Sand Parameters. Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in analyzing and optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
• Supporting the development and implementation of quality control systems, including inspections, testing, and process audits
• Helping to analyze data from production processes, identify trends, and assist with root cause analysis for quality issues or inefficiencies
• Creating and maintaining process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality reports, ensuring they are up-to-date and accurate
• Aiding in testing new products and prototypes to verify they meet quality standards, performance specifications, and customer requirements
• Ensuring all processes and outputs meet industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements
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Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of quality control principles and methodologies (e.g., SPC, FMEA, root cause analysis, etc.) is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with data.
• Familiarity with process improvement techniques (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with statistical analysis software (Minitab, R, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with a passion for quality and continuous improvement

Safety Activities

• Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc.… as required

• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.

Safety Sensitive: Yes