About the role#
The Production Management Intern supports the Production Manager and Factory Supervisors in the daily leadership and operational oversight of a specific market sector. This role provides hands-on experience in manufacturing leadership with a focus on product quality, on-time delivery, and factory efficiency. You will report to a member of the site leadership team.
What you'll do#
- Monitor and report on key manufacturing metrics including OTD, scrap reduction, yield, and productivity.
- Review daily and weekly production targets and schedules.
- Support capacity analysis to meet business objectives.
- Attend and contribute to Operation Review meetings and shift handoff sessions.
- Maintain records of production output, quality checks, and equipment status.
- Coordinate with production associates, leads, and operations managers.
- Assist in the implementation of LEAN projects.
- Participate in GEMBA tours and support 6S improvement plans.
- Identify bottlenecks and propose data-driven solutions.
- Assure product and process quality is compliant with internal, industry, and customer standards.
- Support Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations.
- Monitor production floor for workplace health and safety and RBA compliance.
- Shadow management on direct labor staffing and team development.
- Assist in identifying training needs and monitoring cross-training progress.
What you'll need#
- Current student working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
- Junior level status or higher.
- GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
- Knowledge of lean and six sigma concepts.
- Analytical skills for data analysis, LCM forecasting, metric reporting, and capacity analysis.
- Strong problem-solving skills, such as 8D or similar methodologies.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with PCB Assembly processes (SMT), Lean Manufacturing, and Quality Systems.
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects or teams.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Buffalo Grove, Illinois, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Plexus Corp.
Plexus Corp. provides design, manufacturing, and supply chain services for complex products. The company operates in sectors including healthcare, aerospace, and industrial electronics. Founded in 1979, it maintains a workforce of over 20,000 employees. Its headquarters are located in Neenah, Wisconsin.
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