TITLE: Intern
POSITION OBJECTIVE: This internship provides a hands-on opportunity for a student to gain practical experience in an industrial manufacturing environment. The intern will support the Maintenance/Extrusion department with preventative maintenance, equipment support, basic troubleshooting, housekeeping, and assigned projects while learning from experienced team members.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current college student or recent graduate pursuing coursework related to maintenance, engineering, manufacturing, industrial technology, or a related field preferred.
- Interested in learning about manufacturing equipment, maintenance practices, and how production operations work.
- Mechanical aptitude or willingness to learn how to safely use basic hand tools and work around machinery under supervision.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, ask questions when needed, and follow safety procedures.
- Basic computer skills and ability to help document completed tasks as required.
- Dependable attendance and willingness to work scheduled hours, including occasional non-standard hours as needed.
- Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work respectfully with team members in a manufacturing setting.
- Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
- Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Learn and assist with preventative maintenance activities, including cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, organizing parts/tools, and supporting routine equipment checks.
- Work alongside maintenance and production team members to support basic troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment setup activities as directed.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while following all safety, quality, and housekeeping requirements.
- Assist with assigned improvement projects, data collection, documentation, and follow-up tasks.
- Complete assigned tasks and projects safely, accurately, and in a timely manner with guidance from the team.
WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS SUBJECTED TO IN THIS POSITION:
- This role is based in an industrial manufacturing environment. The intern will be provided guidance on required personal protective equipment, including goggles and steel-toed shoes. The position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, walk, stand, bend, and occasionally climb stairs. The facility is not air-conditioned.