About the role#
The Operational Excellence Intern supports continuous improvement initiatives at BorgWarner. You will report to the Quality and Operational Excellence Senior Manager and gain hands-on experience applying Lean principles and data-driven problem solving to improve product quality and operational performance. This role involves working with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the development and deployment of standardized processes to improve quality and efficiency.
- Document standard operating procedures and process maps.
- Identify and analyze process inefficiencies using Lean methodologies.
- Develop standard work, key milestones, and project deliverables.
- Support data collection, analysis, and reporting for improvement projects.
- Create visualizations for the production floor to help the team track and prioritize components.
- Participate in Kaizen events and cross-functional workshops.
- Assist with visual management tools and dashboards to track performance metrics.
- Collaborate with teams to prioritize improvement opportunities based on business impact.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Industrial, Mechatronic, or Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools like Power BI.
- Familiarity with Python, C++, Java, and SQL.
- Experience with Ignition is a plus.
- Ability to take feedback and develop solutions from the ground up to address production issues.
Location & details#
- Location: Hendersonville, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- This is a paid internship.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner is a motor vehicle manufacturing company based in Auburn Hills, Michigan. It supplies original equipment to major automotive OEMs across the globe. The company focuses on electric innovations and fuel-efficient combustion technology. It employs over 18,000 people and operates as a public company.
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