About the role#
Grimco is seeking a Mechanical or Industrial Engineering intern to gain real-world experience in a manufacturing environment. You will own process improvement projects from start to finish, working directly in our production facility to drive operational enhancements. This is a paid, full-time, on-site role with a rolling term.
What you'll do#
- Design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize process parameters and product quality.
- Analyze large datasets to uncover patterns and insights from production streams.
- Develop intelligent automation solutions using engineering tools.
- Execute DMAIC projects to reduce process variation and eliminate waste.
- Perform time studies, process mapping, and statistical analysis to identify improvement opportunities.
- Design and prototype automation solutions to increase production line efficiency.
- Apply statistical process control techniques to monitor manufacturing operations.
- Work with production teams to implement Lean manufacturing principles.
- Present data-driven findings and recommendations to facility leadership.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
- Ability to design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE).
- Experience with big data analysis and statistical analysis.
- Knowledge of mechanical and industrial engineering tools.
- Experience applying Six Sigma methodologies and executing DMAIC projects.
- Ability to conduct time studies and process mapping.
- Ability to design and prototype automation solutions.
- Familiarity with statistical process control and Lean manufacturing principles.
- Strong presentation and communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Owensville, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid.
About Grimco, Inc.
Grimco operates as a wholesale distributor for the sign industry. Founded in 1875 in St. Louis, the company provides substrates, digital print media, traffic signs, and various electrical accessories. It maintains over 65 locations across the United States, Canada, and the U.K. The company employs 704 people and focuses on supplying sign-makers without competing with them.
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