Opex Intern
- Pay
- $20 per hour
- Location
- Cleveland, TN
- Listed
- Today
About the role
Mueller Water Products is the largest manufacturer of fire hydrants, butterfly valves and iron gate valves in the U.S. and Canada and offers the broadest product line of valves for residential water and gas systems. We are currently seeking candidates for its Operational Excellence Internship Program. During an internship assignment, interns will have an opportunity to present their projects and significant accomplishments to the leadership at the facility to highlight their work and abilities.
The ideal Mueller Engineer Intern will work part time during the semester and could continue part time for additional semesters. All Engineering internships are paid positions at $20 per hour.
Interns will be assigned to
- Studying assembly line processes and identifying areas for improved throughput, work line balancing, and standardizing processes.
- Documenting processes using process flow mapping, standard work, and visual management techniques.
- Revising documentation used in manufacturing processes and assist shop floor team leaders on a daily basis.
- Analyzing data to facilitate improvements
- Team with other process engineers to identify and develop the process and equipment needed to produce specific products, parts, and components.
Basic Qualifications
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering
- Must be on track to graduate with a degree in the next 1 to 2 years.
- Must be available to work from the facility 10-15 hours per week.
Additional Qualifications
- Strong computer skills, with an emphasis on MS Office, is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Lean or Toyota Production Systems training preferred.
- Ability to work independently and take direction from others.
- Coursework with CAD/Drafting and/or programing is a plus.
- Candidate must be able to lift 25 lbs.
Other Compensation & Benefits
Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.
Who We Are
Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.
For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.
Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life's most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions-solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future-we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.
By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.
This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work remotely.
Upon enrollment, employers participating in E-Verify are required to clearly display the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters in English and Spanish, both which may be accessed at the links provided below.
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Accommodation
If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.
Mueller is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
From Mueller Water Products's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 15, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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