What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Engineering Intern position at Seal & Design?
Company Overview
At Seal & Design, we specialize in manufacturing high-performance seals and gaskets for a wide range of industrial applications. As a company committed to operational excellence, we prioritize lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated Industrial Engineering Intern to support our shop floor efficiency initiatives through 5S and workplace organization projects. This hands-on internship will involve direct interaction with production employees, analysis of current processes, and implementation of material flow improvements aimed at increasing productivity and reducing waste.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct time studies, process observations, and workflow assessments on the shop floor.
- Engage with shop floor employees to gather input and feedback on current workstations, layouts, and material handling practices.
- Support the planning and implementation of 5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) initiatives to improve workplace organization.
- Assist in developing and maintaining visual management tools, standardized work instructions, and layout diagrams.
- Analyze material flow and storage systems to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, or redundant movement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and maintenance to drive efficiency projects.
- Present findings, recommendations, and project progress to supervisors and stakeholders.
Pay Range: $20-21/hour
*This role is located on-site at our HQ in Clarence, NY*
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts, especially 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable working on the shop floor and interacting with production staff.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio); AutoCAD or similar software is a plus.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Paid Sick Leave
Salary : $20 - $21