Job Description

ITW Hartness is looking for a Summer 2025 Manufacturing Engineering Intern. The Manufacturing Engineer Intern will focus on improving the outcomes of various processes so that, by mapping all the inputs and outputs of a defined business process, a Manufacturing Engineer Intern is able to recommend ways to improve efficiency, reduce cost or increase customer satisfaction. The Manufacturing Engineer intern develops and measures standard metrics, develops a project plan for implementing improvements and monitors the new process to ensure it works as intended, works with front-line staff and trains employees on continuous improvement subjects.

** KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

• Analyzing and reporting quantitative data
• Generating and reviewing SOPs
• Utilizing lean manufacturing tools to assist in preparing detailed layouts of plant facilities to optimize material handling and product flow
• Position will act as the primary resource for investigating, troubleshooting, and providing solutions for any process problems
• Coordinating successful kaizen events with quantified success including assessment and effective sustainment of standard work
• Coaching and training operational supervisors and staff to apply, support, sustain and develop a Continuous Improvement culture

Qualifications

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS

(Applicants not meeting the minimum requirements will not be considered for the position)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering
• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite especially Excel for data analysis. Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform such as PowerBI, PowerApps, PowerAutomate is a plus.
• Knowledge of facility layout planning
• Ability to apply innovative approaches to solve problems
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S and Six Sigma
• Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Communication skills and teamwork
• Work under minimal supervision

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• * Capable of lifting 35 lbs.
  

  • Capable of bending and twisting
  • The ability to stand or walk for an entire 8-hour shift

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.