About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship based on-site in Chillicothe, Ohio. You will work with the production management team to support plant operations and help meet production targets. This role involves daily department oversight and supporting continuous improvement projects.
What you'll do#
- Support safety initiatives by conducting job hazard analysis, investigations, and engaging with employees.
- Audit standard work and critical processes to maintain product quality.
- Analyze defects to create targeted action plans.
- Lead start-of-shift meetings to communicate metrics and expectations.
- Assist with continuous improvement tasks such as 5S activities, process walks, and line balancing.
- Create and maintain training plans for job rotations.
- Support department-level continuous improvement meetings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment at an accredited college or university, preferably as a junior or senior.
- Major in Business Administration or Operations Management.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to explain abstract concepts clearly.
- Proficiency with personal computers and standard office software.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role with or without accommodations.
Location & details#
- Location: Chillicothe, Ohio.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About PACCAR
PACCAR designs and manufactures light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks. Its primary brands include Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF. The company also produces diesel engines, provides financial services, and manages a global parts distribution network. Based in Bellevue, Washington, the organization operates worldwide with a workforce of over 19,000 employees.
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