Intern - Quality

Overview:

Are you looking for an opportunity to intern at a great organization this summer? Kamatics Corporation in Bloomfield, CT is seeking several interns in a variety of disciplines to join their team to experience an environment enriched with collaboration and learning. The internship will include a robust onboarding program, provide opportunities for professional growth with challenging assignments, an opportunity to give back to the community with a volunteer day, and will encourage interns to participate in a collaborative project with their intern peers.

Individuals that will be an ideal fit for Kamatics are motivated, dependable, and seeking to work in a fast-paced environment. The internship duration is expected to run through the summer months and will last approximately 10 to 12 weeks. Interns will be expected to work approximately 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday; work hours may be flexible.

Responsibilities:

Assist the Quality Team with the following:

· Support SPC implementation at point of use. Review procedures/methods to analyze data, evaluating machine/process capability and identify opportunities.

· Work pro-actively to prevent non-conformances and reduce product variation through standard measurement plans, implementation of advanced gaging and sampling methodology. Evaluate effectiveness via statistical analysis.

· Identify new gaging and inspection strategies, improving inspection efficiency and throughput.

· Participate in root cause investigations on any internal or external non-conformances. This may include 8D, 5 Why, DOE, or other similar methodologies to find the true root cause of problem.

· Work with Manufacturing Engineers, Team Leaders, and Value Stream Managers to implement effective corrective actions addressing process deficiencies.

· Exposure to advanced gaging systems including CMM machines/programs.

· Use experience related to machining processes (multi-axis machines, grinders, CNC type of lathes and milling machines, and bagging equipment) combined with quality & B\P requirements to make recommendations to improve processes.

· Draft and update ISO procedures as needed.

· Maintains clean and safe work environment. Follows safety and environmental procedures and regulations. Reports safety incidents to supervisor.

· Makes continuous improvement recommendations.

· Provides a high level of service to all internal and external customers. Contributes to positive teamwork environment. Work and communicate effectively between various departments.

· Performs other duties as assigned. Participates in training/learning other positions. Accomplishes related results as needed.

Requirements:

Education:

· Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or related field.

Experience:

· Entry level position. Related internships or co-ops are a plus.

· Proficient in MS Office

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 30 lbs., walk for distances including use of stairs, wear steel-toe shoes, safety glasses and other personal protective equipment as required. Work with and around machinery, chemicals, heat, and cold.

Benefits:

At Kamatics, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

Kamatics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

 This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.