Job Description
Engineering Intern
Req Id:
11109
Job Location:
New York
Posting Start Date:
12/17/24
Work Environment:
Onsite
Job Description:
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?
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- 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.
Information at a Glance