About the role#
The Manufacturing Quality Intern supports quality improvement and corrective action initiatives across our manufacturing operations. You will gain hands-on experience by identifying quality issues, conducting root cause investigations, and driving improvements that enhance product quality and operational performance. You will work alongside our Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to resolve concerns and refine our manufacturing systems.
What you'll do#
- Investigate internal quality issues, customer complaints, warranty claims, and manufacturing defects.
- Perform root cause analysis using tools like 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, Pareto Analysis, and FMEA.
- Develop, document, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) while monitoring their effectiveness.
- Collect and analyze production data to identify trends, performance gaps, and improvement opportunities.
- Support manufacturing teams in reducing scrap, rework, and process variation.
- Conduct plant floor observations and process audits to spot quality risks.
- Assist with inspection processes, testing activities, and quality verification.
- Maintain quality documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
- Create reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
- Track KPIs related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing initiatives and support the implementation of process changes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program for industrial, manufacturing, quality, or mechanical engineering.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, part-time, rolling internship located in Freeport, Illinois.
- This position is paid at a rate of $20.00 to $25.00 per hour.
About Zurn Elkay Water Solutions
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions provides clean water systems for drinking, hygiene, and water management. Founded in 1900, the company is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The firm serves sectors such as healthcare, education, retail, and hospitality.
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