2027 Internship: CWC Manufacturing Engineer (Muskegon, MI)

Textron•Muskegon, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries and a leading Tier One automotive supplier. We are pioneers in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond, advancing solutions for new mobility with products like battery enclosures for electric vehicles and autonomous cleaning systems. Our portfolio also includes industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Kautex is part of a global network of businesses, offering advanced technologies and services. We foster career growth, drive talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability. We are recognized by awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, and Ecovadis Platinum.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a university degree in Engineering or Applied Science with a focus on automation or robotics

Nice To Haves

Skills in Data Analysis
Skills in Electronics
Skills in Software Engineering
Skills in Robotics/Automation
Skills in Mechatronics

Responsibilities

Work closely with the engineering and maintenance functions
Problem-solving on current and prospective process opportunities
Gain an understanding of patterns, tooling and layout, and system operations
Gain an understanding of the blow molding and assembly process for manufacturing automotive fuel systems
Conduct cycle time studies to determine bottlenecks and drive improvements to reduce scrap and downtime
Create standardized work instructions as needed
Analyze Scrap and Downtime on a production line, using analytical tools to Pareto and trend scrap drivers, root cause highest scrap drivers
Work to analyze operational equipment efficiencies and make improvements based on A3/root cause analysis of top items affecting OEE and Scrap
Participate in the operational meetings
Assist the NPI group as needed to ensure the flawless launch of the projects
Perform work as assigned by supervisor