About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience within our supply chain logistics operations team. You will support manufacturing by managing material flow across warehouse and production environments. You will partner with supervisors to support inventory control, material delivery, and process improvement initiatives. Interns gain exposure to real-world problem solving, including analyzing operational data and identifying process gaps to enhance safety, efficiency, and material availability.
What you'll do#
- Analyze material flow and inventory data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
- Support daily warehouse and logistics operations by monitoring material shortages, investigating root causes, and assisting in the resolution of supply disruptions.
- Lead or contribute to process improvement projects focused on increasing efficiency, reducing waste, and improving accuracy.
- Develop and maintain reports and dashboards that provide visibility into key operational metrics.
- Partner with supervisors and cross-functional teams to improve communication and coordination.
- Document standard work and support the development of process improvements.
- Present findings, insights, and recommendations to department leadership.
- Support digitalization efforts by helping improve tracking and reporting tools.
- Assist in identifying opportunities to optimize warehouse layout, material flow paths, and storage strategies.
- Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program or higher, or a recent graduate within 1 year of the start date.
- Pursuing a degree in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Training or experience in lean principles.
- Familiarity with problem-solving tools such as RCA, 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and PDCA cycles.
- Experience with waste elimination and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, data analysis) and Power BI.
- Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems, WMS, Visio, and AutoCAD.
- Strong teamwork, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Customer-oriented mindset with the drive to create practical solutions.
- Effective communication and a willingness to receive and apply feedback.
- Passion for the automotive or trucking industry.
Location & details#
- Location: Cleveland, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027 (starting May or June).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $21 - $29 per hour.
- Note: This position is not open to 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.
How to get in at Daimler Truck North America
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