Engineering Intern at Flex-N-Gate · Flex-N-Ga…

Summary: Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, providing a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals. The Engineering Intern will work on continuous improvement projects focusing on standardized work implementation and process documentation using lean principles, collaborating closely with the Quality Manager and various manufacturing teams. Responsibilities: - Work closely with manufacturing teams onsite to complete various program objectives - Team up with program management to respond to customer requirements - Learn the basic functions of FNG Program Lifecycle Management (PLM) software. Assist with clerical items and documentation for Advanced Product Development - Work with management to establish long term summer project and report out upon completion of internship - Building and packaging of pilot builds - Assist in the preparation of assembly build instructions - Performing gage R&R studies - Participating in dimensional capability studies - Tracking and accounting for inbound pilot and early production materials - Work with respective engineer to advance his/her skill sets in preparation for schooling development - Evaluates manufacturing processes, designs new systems and processes for the introduction of new products or for the improvement of existing ones - Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors - Participates actively and effectively in continuous improvement plans related to position responsibilities - Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout - The Engineering Intern will participate in projects focusing primarily on material consumption and movement, work area optimization, and waste reduction. These projects will require the Engineering Intern to: - Monitor and develop productivity standards for functional areas based on work measurement - Identify exceptions, formulate recommendations, and implement process improvements and perform operational observation and process documentation Required Qualifications: - Must be a major in area of studies such as Mechanical/Industrial engineering - Ability to use MS Office, AutoCAD & other analytical and planning tools - Possesses strong analytic and statistic skills - Has ability to work independently - Read drawings, and engineering instructions - Apply knowledge of engineering science and technology - Identify problems, develop and evaluate options to implement solutions - Work with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary - Listens effectively to manufacturing personnel to assess problems and solutions - Participate in department training programs - Maintain up-to-date engineering knowledge and stay current with industry trends and best practices - Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles - Effective statistical analysis skills - Effective research and communication skills - Effective with written and oral communications - Must have a valid drivers license. This role requires to travel within 50-mile radius Required Skills: Lean Manufacturing Principles, AutoCAD, MS Office, Statistical analysis, Engineering drawings, Engineering science, Process documentation, Work measurement, Manufacturing process design Benefits: Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement, Paid holidays and vacation time