Intern/Co-op Students Position Summary
The Internship/Co-op Program provides hands-on experience across cross functional teams in a manufacturing environment. The intern will support a variety of projects and initiatives while gaining exposure to process improvement, workplace safety, employee training, and operational excellence This position offers the opportunity to develop professional skills, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to meaningful business objectives. Duties may include:
Engineering Intern
- Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Support engineering projects.
- Assist with data collection and analysis
- Participate in troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and processes.
- May help develop and update work instructions, layouts, and documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on appropriate initiatives.
Safety Intern
- May assist with safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
- Support incident investigations and corrective action tracking.
- Help maintain safety records, training documentation, and compliance files.
- Participate in safety training and employee awareness initiatives.
- Observe and promote safe work practices throughout the facility.
- Contribute to projects that enhance workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
Human Resources Intern
- Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and new hire orientation activities.
- Support employee engagement and communication initiatives.
- Help maintain personnel records while ensuring confidentiality.
- Assist with HR reporting, data entry, and administrative projects.
- Participate in training, development, and employee relations activities.
- Gain exposure to HR processes within a manufacturing environment.
Customer Service
- Provide frontline support by responding to customer inquiries via phone, email, and internal systems.
- Assist with order entry, order tracking, and customer account maintenance.
- Help investigate and resolve customer concerns while ensuring timely follow-up.
- Maintain accurate customer records and documentation in company databases.
- Collaborate with Sales, Production, and Shipping teams to support customer needs.
- Analyze customer feedback and assist with identifying opportunities for service improvement
Marketing Intern
- Assist in developing and creating marketing materials, presentations, and promotional content.
- Support social media, website updates, and digital marketing initiatives.
- Conduct market and competitor research to identify industry trends and opportunities.
- Help coordinate marketing campaigns, events, and employee engagement activities.
- Track and report on marketing metrics and campaign effectiveness.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support branding and communication efforts.
Purchasing Intern
- Assist with purchasing activities, including creating and tracking purchase orders.
- Support supplier communications regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and order status.
- Help maintain accurate purchasing records and vendor information.
- Analyze inventory levels and support replenishment planning activities.
- Assist with supplier performance tracking and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Work closely with Operations, Planning, and Finance teams to support procurement processes.
Information Technology (IT) Intern
- Provide technical support to employees for hardware, software, and system-related issues.
- Assist with computer setup, equipment deployment, and system maintenance activities.
- Support user account administration, access management, and troubleshooting efforts.
- Help document IT processes, procedures, and technical solutions.
- Participate in projects involving network, cybersecurity, and technology improvements.
- Collaborate with team members to identify and implement technology solutions that enhance business operations.
- Assist with Continuous Improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
- Collect, analyze, and report operational data to identify process improvement opportunities.
- Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and waste reduction initiatives throughout the facility.
- Participate in process mapping, root cause analysis, and problem-solving activities.
- Work with cross-functional teams to implement and sustain process improvements.
- Help develop standard work instructions, visual management tools, and project documentation.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in a related field.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in field applications.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively in a team environment.
- Embrace Flexfab’s Humble HEARTS values.