Process Improvement Internship Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Kickstart your career with a hands-on internship focused on Manufacturing Process Documentation and Continuous Improvement on-site in Tualatin, Oregon. You'll gain practical experience supporting production operations, partnering with cross-functional teams, and developing technical documentation that helps drive efficiency, quality, and standardization across the manufacturing plant. This role offers an opportunity to learn from experienced engineers, technicians, and production professionals while building valuable skills in process improvement and manufacturing operations.
What will you do?

• Support the documentation and standardization of production processes throughout the manufacturing plant
• Observe manufacturing operations and assist with capturing best practices, process updates, and improvement opportunities
• Create, maintain, and update work instructions, process documents, visual aids, and training materials
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, assembly personnel, quality engineers, and team leads to gather information and ensure documentation accuracy
• Assist with Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) reviews, updates, and completion activities
• Capture photos and videos of production processes to support training, communication, and documentation initiatives
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects by reviewing processes and helping identify opportunities for increased efficiency and consistency

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate documentation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Comfort using a smartphone or camera to capture photos and videos for documentation purposes
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently while meeting deadlines
• Interest in manufacturing, process improvement, engineering, or technical documentation
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and contribute to a fast-paced production environment

What's in it for me?

• Practical, hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment supporting process documentation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Exposure to real-world production operations while working alongside engineers, technicians, quality professionals, and manufacturing leaders
• Mentorship from experienced professionals who are invested in helping you develop technical, professional, and problem-solving skills
• The opportunity to build valuable experience creating work instructions, process documentation, visual aids, and training materials
• Insight into how manufacturing processes, quality systems, and continuous improvement activities drive operational success
• A collaborative environment where your contributions help improve efficiency, consistency, and knowledge sharing across the plant
• The chance to develop transferable skills in technical documentation, process analysis, project coordination, communication, and cross-functional teamwork
• Exposure to tools and methodologies such as Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and process improvement best practices
• A strong foundation for future career opportunities in manufacturing, engineering, operations, quality, or continuous improvement

Ready to learn, grow, and make an impact? Apply now and take the first step toward building your career in manufacturing and process improvement!
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis. The company does not provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
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For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD $22.50-$27.00 per hour. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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