What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Intern - Erie position at Rehrig Pacific?
Purpose of Role
Rehrig Pacific Company’s Plant Engineering Interns are an integral part of our operations and are responsible for identifying and driving solutions that improve our performance and operational costs. Plant Engineering Interns are responsible for planning, design and implementation of equipment, machinery, and automation. They are expected to collaborate with other plant resources, and to create safe, stable, and reliable manufacturing processes and systems through the analysis of data and the application of sound engineering practices. Plant Engineering Interns should be driven by the pursuit of operational excellence!
Areas of Accountabilities
Leads or supports technical work / activities within the plant (engineering, maintenance, tooling, troubleshooting, etc)
Maintain in-depth understanding of plant infrastructure, systems and equipment
Consistently reduces operational waste and costs
Exercises and advances Lean Manufacturing practices
Provides reliable technical support to the local plant and the organization
Performs in-depth analyses to understand system gaps and issues
Maintains updated and accurate plant layouts, floor plans and system schematics and specifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Pursuing Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Plastics, Manufacturing or equivalent)
Project management experience, including project management tools and software.
Excellent communicator (verbal & written) and an ability to summarize and communicate information clearly.
Preferred : Experience in Lean Manufacturing and / or Six Sigma
Preferred : Experience with coding and programming
Preferred : Experience with hand and power tools
