What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern- Continuous Improvement - Bristol, PA position at Dunmore?
About Dunmore International Corp:
Acquired by Steel Partners in February 2018 as part of the Diversified Industrial Segment, Dunmore manufactures innovative technical films for Aerospace, Automotive, Commercial Graphics, Packaging applications. Dunmore has deep expertise in novel coatings, films and multi-layer laminates based on 14,000 unique chemistries and constructions, and significant experience in handling foils, plastics and fabrics. As a trusted Industry partner for over 50 years, Dunmore collaborates with customers in high growth markets to design, develop and manufacture a range of highly engineered value-added product solutions. Dunmore clients include several Fortune 500 companies across 25 countries and is a Gold Level Supplier to one of the world's largest aircraft manufacturers. Dunmore's mission is to delight its customers through technical innovation, high levels of service and open collaboration to solve difficult application problems.
Summary
Dunmore is looking for an enthusiastic Continuous Improvement Intern to join our team. This role offers a great opportunity for students majoring in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or other manufacturing-related fields to gain hands-on experience in the application of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles. The CI intern will be involved in key projects such as Root Cause Countermeasure (RCCM) investigations, visual work instruction (VWI) creation, data collection for Kaizen events, and more.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Facilitate RCCM investigations by recording notes and leading the conversation through strategic questioning to identify root causes and countermeasures.
- Document agreed-upon action items and follow up on their execution.
- Collaborate with the Training Coordinator to develop training materials on RCCM using platforms like Synthesia and upload them to Steel Grow University for employee training.
- Work closely with the Training Coordinator to create and document visual work instructions for various manufacturing processes.
- Ensure that existing documentation is formalized and integrated into the Quality Management System (QMS).
- Conduct time studies, observations, and data analysis as part of pre-work for upcoming Kaizen events.
- Participate in Kaizen events focused on continuous improvement topics such as Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), or 5S S.
- Contribute to the implementation of process improvements identified during these events.
- Participate in team meetings and workshops to gain insights into plant operations and industry best practices.
- Travel and connect with interns from across the company at the Steel Partners intern summit.
- Other Duties as needed or required
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to facilitate group discussions and drive conversations.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and note-taking abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Interest in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies such as RCCM, TPM, SMED, and 5S S.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Education and Experience
- Currently pursing a degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or any manufacturing-related field
- Experience or coursework related to lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement would be beneficial
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) or willingness to learn
Physical Demands - OFFICE / TRAVEL
- Standing/Sitting 30/70%
- Walking/Bending/Stooping 20%
- Lifting Requirements: 25 pounds
- Travel by air, rail, auto (5% of time)
- Work in manufacturing area, QA lab and office areas
- Exposures - Odors, Fumes, Noise, Chemicals, Temperature, Vision strain, Moving parts.
Dunmore International Corp. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Dunmore makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, business needs at the time.
