Quality Intern at J. G. Kern Enterprises, Inc. in Sterling Heights, MI

Summary: J. G. Kern Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern to support manufacturing operations and quality initiatives. This role provides hands-on experience with quality assurance practices, including inspections, data analysis, and process improvement projects. Responsibilities: - Collect and analyze production and quality data, preparing reports on scrap, rework, and defect trends - Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) efforts for manufacturing issues - Use attribute and variable gauging to accurately measure parts - Participate in process audits and assist in ensuring adherence to quality standards - Assist with statistical process control (SPC), capability studies, and measurement system analysis (MSA) - Help maintain and update work instructions, inspection plans, and control documents - Collaborate with operators, technicians, and engineers to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity - Gain exposure to lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other quality methodologies used in industrial environments Required Qualifications: - Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field - Strong attention to detail and analytical skills - Ability to read technical drawings/blueprints and interpret GD&T - Proficient in data analysis; exposure to Minitab or similar statistical software - Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively on the shop floor - Eagerness to learn in a hands-on manufacturing environment Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with quality tools such as SPC, 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, or FMEA Required Skills: Statistical Process Control (SPC), Root cause analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Attribute and variable gauging, Process audits, Capability studies, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, Technical drawing interpretation, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Data analysis, Minitab Benefits: Competitive salaries, Comprehensive benefits package