What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mine Engineering Intern position at US Aggregates?
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U.S. Aggregates is seeking a self-motivated and critical thinking intern to assist in continuous improvement and capital projects and activities within our 20 Indiana plant locations. The Aggregates Intern will work with operations, safety, sales, quality, and engineering teams to gain experience in each area as well as complete their assigned summer project related to helping U.S. Aggregates improve operational efficiency. The position will be located at our Indianapolis corporate office or one of the plants and may be expected to travel to site locations to complete assigned work tasks.
Essential Functions
US Aggregates is a privately held, family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis. With over 20 operations across Indiana, US Aggregates has been a customer-focused, innovative provider of high-quality essential stone, sand and gravel used in road construction, site prep and utilities, agriculture and erosion control. The company also specializes in industrial minerals like dolomitic and high-calcium products. Since 1967, US Aggregates has built a reputation for prioritizing safety, quality and community. US Aggregates is a part of The Heritage Group's family of companies. Learn more at https://www.usagg.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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U.S. Aggregates is seeking a self-motivated and critical thinking intern to assist in continuous improvement and capital projects and activities within our 20 Indiana plant locations. The Aggregates Intern will work with operations, safety, sales, quality, and engineering teams to gain experience in each area as well as complete their assigned summer project related to helping U.S. Aggregates improve operational efficiency. The position will be located at our Indianapolis corporate office or one of the plants and may be expected to travel to site locations to complete assigned work tasks.
Essential Functions
- Review and analyze daily operational procedures, metrics and trends at Aggregate sites to propose possible efficiencies improvements
- Assist in conducting incident investigations including root cause analysis, coordinating execution of action items and continuous improvement activities
- Work with Aggregates site Plant Managers and Quality Manager to review operating procedures and collect data to optimize production strategies
- Completion of assigned project and presentation of accomplishments to the leadership team at the conclusion of internship
- Prepare project justifications
- Other duties as needed
- Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills
- High School or Equivalent Diploma required. Sophomore or junior candidates currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Mining Engineering
- Preferred 1 years of work experience
- Technical knowledge
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Self-motivation, time management skills and team orientation
- Advanced Computer proficiency (AutoCAD, Microsoft Office including Excel and PowerPoint
- Basic math skills
- Previous leadership experience
- Must be able to a background check and physical/drug test
- This position will require the individual to work in environments with dust and noise
- This position may require the following physical requirements: sitting or standing for long periods of time; lifting up to 50 pounds; bending to lift; crouching, kneeling, walking
US Aggregates is a privately held, family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis. With over 20 operations across Indiana, US Aggregates has been a customer-focused, innovative provider of high-quality essential stone, sand and gravel used in road construction, site prep and utilities, agriculture and erosion control. The company also specializes in industrial minerals like dolomitic and high-calcium products. Since 1967, US Aggregates has built a reputation for prioritizing safety, quality and community. US Aggregates is a part of The Heritage Group's family of companies. Learn more at https://www.usagg.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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