Continuous Improvement Intern (Summer 2026)
About The Position
The Continuous Improvement internship will provide the candidate with systems training, manufacturing best practices, lean methodology, and front-line leadership training. This internship opportunity may include part-time on-site work through non-school days (not required) and full-time on-site work through summer & winter breaks (hours are flexible). This position will work from our Lakeville location. You will have guidance from a mentor on the Operations team as well as be included in Menasha Corporation’s Intern Program, which focuses on connection, experience building, and professional development.
Requirements
- Ideal candidate will be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Operations Management or another related degree.
- Ideal candidate will be in their 3rd or 4th year of college, but willing to consider other candidates based on prior experience.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team setting in a fast paced, high-volume environment.
- Eager to learn, self-motivating, detail oriented, reliable and strong initiative.
- Able to meet deadlines.
- Good communication skills, both oral and written.
Responsibilities
- Work with operations to identify best practices driving standard work.
- Assist in continuous improvement A3/Kaizen events.
- Work with production to understand bottlenecks within processes.
- Work with peers and other departments to improve safety, quality, and performance.
- Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.
- Actively participate and implement Lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Support the operations team with other tasks as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
