ENGINEERING INTERN

LISI Aerospace•Torrance, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer Intern will work closely with the direction of the Manufacturing Manager, identify opportunities, or implement changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling, production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, and parts. Provides support to the Manufacturing Engineers and carries out duties related to manufacturing needs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation for disabilities may be made for one or more of the following: Creates tooling drawing using Solid works and/or AutoCAD. Collects data on “green belt” projects for Six Sigma. Analyzes & troubleshoots manufacturing floor production problems. Produces production metrics and creates display boards. May assist with the manufacturing routing for dispositioned products in the company’s Enterprise Resource Planning system, M3 & update the quality system, LINKS, (LISI Information Network & Knowledge System). Assist with the Quality Engineering in tracking rejections trends and corrective action plans. Assist with Quality Engineering in Right First Time initiatives. Follow all 5S department procedures which include but are not limited to; keeping floors clean of oil and debris, returning tools to proper locations, organize part pans, and performs other housekeeping duties as needed. Able to recognize cosmetic non-conformances based on Company specifications such as; burrs, galling, cracked edges, slug marks, dimensional changes in production parts and initiate action to prevent non-conformance such as stopping the machine and notifying Supervisor. Attends all required job related training. Works under close supervision with limited degree of creativity and latitude as required. Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures. Responsibility for complying with ISO 14001standards, aspects, directives and impact as related to the HSE policy commitments. Responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements and safe operating procedures at all times. Required to identify and alert any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately. Continually seek opportunities to improve our HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our results. Suggests waste elimination initiatives specifically related to the production function such as EMS and recycling opportunities to elimination of production waste. Performs a variety of other related duties as assigned. Ways of Working, Experience, and Behaviors To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Understands work flows and procedures. Technical Skills – Technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, assembly and production equipment; Works with Enterprise Resource Planning system, M3 & quality system, LINKS, (LISI Information Network & Knowledge System). Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquiries regardless of the situation; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication – Writes technical documents clearly and accurately; Transfers technical data into meaningful written documents that can be understood by all levels of the organization. Team Work – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests. Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals. Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources. Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Requirements

Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
0-1 year of entry level engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of relevant engineering applications
Proficient in Computer assisted design (CAD)
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have working knowledge of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Access, Solid works and/or Computer Assisted Design (CAD);
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information, respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Evidence of “US person” is required under ITAR.

Responsibilities

Creates tooling drawing using Solid works and/or AutoCAD.
Collects data on “green belt” projects for Six Sigma.
Analyzes & troubleshoots manufacturing floor production problems.
Produces production metrics and creates display boards.
May assist with the manufacturing routing for dispositioned products in the company’s Enterprise Resource Planning system, M3 & update the quality system, LINKS, (LISI Information Network & Knowledge System).
Assist with the Quality Engineering in tracking rejections trends and corrective action plans.
Assist with Quality Engineering in Right First Time initiatives.
Follow all 5S department procedures which include but are not limited to; keeping floors clean of oil and debris, returning tools to proper locations, organize part pans, and performs other housekeeping duties as needed.
Able to recognize cosmetic non-conformances based on Company specifications such as; burrs, galling, cracked edges, slug marks, dimensional changes in production parts and initiate action to prevent non-conformance such as stopping the machine and notifying Supervisor.
Attends all required job related training.
Works under close supervision with limited degree of creativity and latitude as required.
Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures.
Responsibility for complying with ISO 14001standards, aspects, directives and impact as related to the HSE policy commitments. Responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements and safe operating procedures at all times.
Required to identify and alert any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately.
Continually seek opportunities to improve our HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our results.
Suggests waste elimination initiatives specifically related to the production function such as EMS and recycling opportunities to elimination of production waste.
Performs a variety of other related duties as assigned.