Continuous Improvement Intern

Chromalloy • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Chromalloy is seeking a Continuous Improvement Intern to join its Gear Up Early Career Program, an enterprise internship and co-op program. The intern will gain hands-on experience on projects supporting the business while developing technical and professional skills alongside experienced mentors and leaders.

The successful candidate will support the Continuous Improvement team in improving manufacturing processes and workflow, working with area supervisors, team leads, and operators. Projects include implementing one-piece flow, developing standardized work for manufacturing cells, and collaborating with Additive Manufacturing on fixtures that improve production processes. The intern will also contribute to value stream mapping, 5S and workplace organization, Kaizen events, and other continuous improvement activities, as well as prepare project documentation, analyses, and presentations.

The role includes hands-on work in a manufacturing environment and regular interaction with production-floor employees, along with computer-based project work, documentation, analysis, and presentations.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Currently in the junior or senior year of undergraduate study.
• Interest in manufacturing, Lean principles, continuous improvement, and problem solving.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with employees across functions and organizational levels.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Strong organization, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt, or similar certification.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Continuous Improvement team, area supervisors, team leads, and operators to implement one-piece flow within manufacturing cells.
• Develop and document standardized work for manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with Additive Manufacturing to identify opportunities and support the design of production-area fixtures.
• Assist with mapping value streams and identifying opportunities to improve workflow, efficiency, and manufacturing processes.
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on manufacturing systems and processes from the customer’s point of view.
• Gather employee input and feedback to identify improvement opportunities and support implementation of changes.
• Participate in team meetings, Kaizen events, and other continuous improvement activities.
• Support 5S and workplace organization initiatives across manufacturing areas.
• Help monitor improvement activities and project progress.
• Prepare project documentation, analysis, and presentations using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern