About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience within the Transmission and Axle Production department. You will work on-site to support safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale metrics across multiple production lines and test benches. This is a full-time, paid position for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support continuous improvement activities for production support.
- Confirm cycle time and utilization for production jobs.
- Optimize manpower utilization and develop flexible plans for varying shift models.
- Work directly with supervisors, team leaders, and team members to improve production processes.
- Participate in Practical Problem Solving discussions to identify root causes of systemic issues.
- Coordinate with the Tech Lab to develop visualization tools and drive digitalization efforts.
- Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.
- Assist with special projects as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's program or higher, or graduation within one year of the start date.
- Preferred degrees include Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Operations Management.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, process mapping, and value stream mapping.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Tools and PowerBI.
- Ability to work in an industrial plant environment and follow safety standards.
- A curious, inquisitive mindset with a focus on observing processes firsthand.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Comfort with the ambiguity and daily changes inherent in production.
- Self-starter with a sense of urgency.
- Six Sigma Green Belt certification is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Detroit, Michigan.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Note: This position does not offer Visa sponsorship.
About Daimler Truck North America
Daimler Truck North America operates as a subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG. Founded in 1942, the company produces heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks along with specialized commercial vehicles. It manages brands such as Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, and Thomas Built Buses from its headquarters in Portland, Oregon. The firm also supplies diesel engines and components while maintaining a workforce of over 10,000 employees.
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