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Evergen

Industrial Engineer Intern

West Lafayette, IN · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

... SIOP) process * Supports monthly and ongoing updates to production plan with a high level of ... Provides analysis and reporting support for tissue yield and resource optimization initiatives

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What is a process optimization intern?

Process Optimization Interns are students or recent graduates who assist organizations in analyzing and improving their business processes. They typically work under the guidance of experienced professionals to identify inefficiencies, collect and analyze data, and recommend solutions to streamline operations. Their work often involves using process mapping tools, conducting research, and collaborating with different departments to implement improvements. This internship provides valuable hands-on experience in process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and other efficiency frameworks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a process optimization intern?

To thrive as a Process Optimization Intern, you need a solid understanding of process improvement methodologies, analytical thinking, and a background in engineering, operations, or business-related studies. Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Excel, data visualization software (such as Tableau or Power BI), and Lean Six Sigma principles is often required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you stand out in this role. These skills are important for identifying inefficiencies, implementing solutions, and supporting continuous improvement within an organization.

What types of projects can a process optimization intern expect to work on?

As a Process Optimization Intern, you can expect to be involved in analyzing current workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and proposing actionable improvements. Projects often include mapping out existing processes, collecting and interpreting operational data, and collaborating with various departments to implement changes. These efforts directly support the organization's goals by streamlining operations, reducing costs, and increasing productivity. You'll have the opportunity to present your findings to stakeholders and see the real-world impact of your recommendations.

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Industrial Engineer Intern

West Lafayette, IN • On-site

Evergen
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$16 - $18/hr

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Job description

Location: West Lafayette, IN

This positions requires up to 20 hours per week.

Evergen is a global industry-leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) in regenerative medicine. As the only regenerative medicine company that offers a differentiated portfolio of allograft and xenograft biomaterials at scale, Evergen is headquartered in Alachua, FL, and has manufacturing facilities in West Lafayette, IN., Eden Prairie and Glencoe, MN., Neunkirchen, DE., Glasgow, UK., and Marton, NZ.  

Read more about this change and Evergen’s commitment to advancing regenerative medicine here: https://lnkd.in/eMSfVJkM     

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develops queries, reports, and analysis to support supply chain activities including inventory production levels to ensure on-time delivery of product to both internal and external customers
  • Monitors inventory and production flow, proactively supports adjustments to the production plan, and communicates any potential customer impacts
  • Supports production capacity, output, expense, and inventory forecasting for the monthly Sales, Inventory, Operations Planning (SIOP) process
  • Supports monthly and ongoing updates to production plan with a high level of customer service
  • Performs production and capacity planning analysis, develops operations metrics, and provides support for continuous improvement
  • Provides analysis and reporting support for tissue yield and resource optimization initiatives
  • Supports standard cost updates and performs cost estimates and analyses for new products and operations improvement projects
  • Conducts financial analyses for project payback and return on investment (ROI)
  • Supports quality assurance and system through historical data analysis to supports audits, statistical modeling, and design of experiments
  • Builds effective relationships and provides a high level of customer service with all RTI departments at all levels
  • Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

 

  • Must be an undergraduate student in 3rd or 4th year of studies or a graduate student in industrial engineering, business administration, information systems or another applicable field.
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Data Analysis
  • Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel
  • Database Query/Reporting
  • Business Intelligence (BI) Report Development

Travel 

  • N/A

Safety: 

Physical Requirement 

  • Move or lift objects up to 25 pounds
  • Frequent (>75%) stationary position (standing or sitting) while utilizing digital displays
  • Frequent (>75% fine manipulation using hands and fingers (typing, opening, writing, clicking, paper sorting, etc.)

Working Environment

  • Onsite: Office environment with assigned workstation
  • Remote positions only: Home office environment with minimum distractions 

More about Evergen:

Evergen provides customers across a diverse set of market segments with leading-edge expertise, scale, and flexibility across end-to-end services including design, development, regulatory support, verification and validation, manufacturing, and supply chain management. 


Evergen is rooted in a steadfast commitment to quality, integrity, and patient safety with a focus on five key values:

  • Accountable: We own our actions and decisions.
  • Agile: We embrace change to stay ahead of the curve and evolve to drive innovation and growth. 
  • Growth Mindset: We embrace challenges as opportunities for continuous learning.
  • Customer-Centric: We prioritize customers at every touch point. 
  • Inclusive: We thrive on the richness of our diversity and ensure every voice is heard, respected, and celebrated. 

At Evergen, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where we embrace the richness of our diversity and ensure that every voice is heard, respected, and celebrated. We believe that by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity, we not only uphold our values but also strengthen our position as the CDMO of Choice in regenerative medicine solutions. We recognize that cultivating a growth mindset is essential to our success, and we are dedicated to continuous learning and improvement in our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. Through accountability and action, we strive to create an environment where individuals can thrive, innovate, and contribute their unique perspectives to drive our collective success.

Montagu Private Equity (“Montagu”), a leading European private equity firm, acquired Evergen in 2020 and has supported the transformation of the company to its next level of potential.


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