Intern- Plastics Process Engineer

About the role

• Assist Process Engineers with injection molding process development and optimization activities.
• Support process documentation, including setup sheets, work instructions, process parameter records, and engineering standards.
• Participate in molding trials, tool qualifications, and process validation activities under appropriate supervision.
• Collect, organize, and analyze manufacturing data related to scrap, cycle time, downtime, utilization, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Assist with root cause investigations of quality concerns using structured problem-solving methods.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Participate in shop-floor observations, manufacturing audits, 5S activities, and visual management improvements.
• Use basic statistical tools to evaluate process performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support engineering projects involving automation, robotics, tooling, and manufacturing equipment.
• Create reports and presentations summarizing data, project findings, progress, and recommendations.
• Collaborate professionally with cross-functional teams and communicate project status to the assigned mentor.
• Complete a defined internship project and present the results to relevant plant stakeholders at the conclusion of the assignment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• Completion of relevant engineering coursework or laboratory experience is preferred.
• Previous internship, co-op, manufacturing, technical project, or hands-on experience is beneficial but not required.

Additional Information

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.