Industrial Engineering Intern

Company Overview

At Seal & Design, we specialize in manufacturing high-performance seals and gaskets for a wide range of industrial applications. As a company committed to operational excellence, we prioritize lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Industrial Engineering Intern to support our shop floor efficiency initiatives through 5S and workplace organization projects. This hands-on internship will involve direct interaction with production employees, analysis of current processes, and implementation of material flow improvements aimed at increasing productivity and reducing waste.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct time studies, process observations, and workflow assessments on the shop floor.
Engage with shop floor employees to gather input and feedback on current workstations, layouts, and material handling practices.
Support the planning and implementation of 5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) initiatives to improve workplace organization.
Assist in developing and maintaining visual management tools, standardized work instructions, and layout diagrams.
Analyze material flow and storage systems to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, or redundant movement.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and maintenance to drive efficiency projects.
Present findings, recommendations, and project progress to supervisors and stakeholders.

Pay Range: $20-21/hour

This role is located on-site at our HQ in Clarence, NY

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts, especially 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Comfortable working on the shop floor and interacting with production staff.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio); AutoCAD or similar software is a plus.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Paid Sick Leave

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person