Engineering Intern

Job Purpose

This position will support our ExpertFinish team as a Summer Intern and will be based in Bath, NY.  This is a paid, full-time Internship. The selected candidate will report to the Plant Manager and will support multiple departments at the facility.

Some highlights include:

• Approximately 12-week program (flexible start and end dates based on your school schedule)
• Wage of $25/hour ($1,000 per week)
• Housing allowance of $500/month
• Leadership and cross-functional learning opportunities

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Learn the pre-finish process for our siding products.
• Gain exposure to one or more of the following areas of operation:
  • Operations
  • Quality
  • Environmental, Health & Safety
  • Maintenance & Reliability
• Develop or assist in the development of plant projects.
• Assist in the creation of site SOPs, JSAs and Training Program
• Assist with daily tracking of Quality, Safety and Operations metrics and report creation.
• Assist in the analysis and evaluation of quarantined product to determine disposition in accordance with product standards.
• Assist in recording testing and inspection results, inputting into appropriate database or spreadsheets. Identify and respond to statistical trends or non-conforming process measures and test values. 
• Assist in monitoring and recording consumption and inventory of raw materials (wax, resin, etc.).
• Assist in process and product tests/trials as assigned and compile, analyze, and report trial test results as required. 
• Lead site audit program during internship.
• Be pro-active in identifying and performing other tasks to maintain and improve safety, quality, and environmental performance.
• Participate in mentoring opportunities from plant management staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What do I need to be successful?

• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Proficient math skills and statistical knowledge, including SPC concepts.
• Strong organizational skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to adhere to all safety, quality and plant requirements
• Willingness to learn new skills

Education

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program, preferably in an Engineering Discipline

Work Environment

• The lab and manufacturing environment includes exposure to moving parts, fumes, chemicals, airborne particles, and high temperatures. 
• The employee must have the ability to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, work in inclement weather, and work with elevated noise levels.  
• The position requires the ability to frequently lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.