Continuous Improvement Intern

Description

If you are a motivated individual looking to work with an experienced continuous improvement team, this is the perfect opportunity for you! The Continuous Improvement intern has the opportunity to assist with the revision of policies, procedures, and processes, with the goal of improving productivity and eliminating waste. If you are pursuing a degree in IT, engineering, business, or another related field, this internship is a fantastic opportunity for you to use your education to make an impact within an award-winning aerospace manufacturer! 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Assist with the improvement of policies and processes to enhance productivity and eliminate waste.

· Assist with strategic improvement initiatives within the organization to improve key features such as quality, delivery, cost, and safety.

· Assist in monitoring existing processes to ensure optimal levels of performance efficiency.

Key Roles

· Collaborate with the continuous improvement team to identify areas of potential improvement and develop improved policies to enhance productivity. 

· Share potential process improvements and lessons learned from projects with the continuous improvement team.

· Assist in compiling and analyzing data inputs to develop data driven improvement opportunities.

· Support continuous improvement team in mission to improve policies across the organization to enhance productivity and eliminate waste.

Requirements

 Qualifications & Skills

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

· Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.

· Eager to tackle new projects and ideas.

· Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.

· Ability to make timely and efficient decisions.

· Ability to collaborate as part of the continuous improvement team.

· Excellent problem-solving skills.

· Knowledge preferred but not required in technical language such as C# and SQL, as well as data analysis.

ASCEND Internship Program

Acutec Precision Aerospace is an award-winning and forward-thinking manufacturer of critical components for aerospace and military aircraft. Our team values collaboration, innovation, and shares their knowledge and experience with those around them. Your ASCEND internship will provide you with fulfilling, exciting experiences and projects, all within a clean, well lit, climate-controlled facility. The ASCEND Internship Program is focused on your long-term success and provides you with the right tools to reach your goals both personally and professionally.

As a member of the ASCEND Internship Program you can expect:

· Collaboration – The small team environment at this facility ensures engagement, collaboration, and support. Work with the best of the best: in-house and worldwide experts in tooling, equipment, and software development. 

· Exciting Projects – contribute to production of components used in military helicopters and commercial aircraft. The work that you do matters to the safety of millions of people. You can take pride in the high-quality finished products you have part in contributing to everyday. 

· Housing – We do have limited housing available. 

· Opportunity for advancement – Potential for full-time opportunities after your internship!

· Award-winning organization – Named Aerospace and Defense Review’s Top CNC Machining Service Companies, Recognized for Aviation Week: Professional Development, Valuing the Individual Award, Supplier Excellence Alliance Award for Workforce Development, Business of the Year, and Manufacturing Business of the Year. 

· Above-average pay

· Work environment – Spend your days in a clean, well lit, climate-controlled facility, utilizing the newest, best equipment and tools on the market. 

· Community Engagement – we are focused on being engaged with our community and giving back! We participate as a team in many community service events and make it a priority to make donations to causes and programs our team members are involved with.