About the role#
This internship is based in the Maintenance Department at a Coil Coating manufacturing facility. You will report directly to the site Maintenance Manager. The goal is to develop basic maintenance reliability engineering skills and learn the processes involved in the role of a Maintenance Mechanic. You will also build an understanding of safety requirements and attention to detail within a manufacturing environment.
What you'll do#
- Manage the site CMMS, including adding, deleting, and updating assets, preventive maintenance tasks, and work orders.
- Complete prescriptive maintenance and continuous improvement projects alongside management and site personnel.
- Use AutoCAD and P&ID skills to create and edit the site P&ID library.
- Collaborate with the maintenance team to complete preventive maintenance and gain hands-on experience with repairs.
- Create and update Standard Operating Procedures for the department.
- Support management during audits and help close action items to ensure compliance.
- Develop a personal learning plan to prepare for full-time employment in the engineering field.
- Follow all site safety and personal protective equipment requirements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited four-year college or university with junior or senior standing.
- A minimum overall GPA of 2.8.
- Pursuit of a degree in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Minimum age of eighteen.
- Previous internship, co-op, or work experience in a related field is preferred.
- Leadership experience demonstrated through extracurricular activities on campus or in the community.
Location & details#
- Location: Bowling Green, Kentucky.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: 1st shift, 8:00am to 4:30pm, with flexibility to accommodate your class schedule.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams manufactures paints, coatings, and adhesives for a global market. Founded in 1866, the company maintains its headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. It operates 130 distribution centers and over 5,000 retail locations. The organization employs more than 50,000 people and specializes in industrial and marine coatings alongside product finishes for original equipment manufacturers.
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