Industrial Engineer Intern – Distribution Center / Warehouse Operations
Lennox International•Romeoville, IL
•$21 - $25•Onsite
About The Position
Lennox is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Industrial Engineer Intern to support Operational Excellence initiatives within their distribution center in Romeoville IL. This role will report directly to the Senior Operational Excellence (OpEx) Manager and will focus primarily on documenting warehouse processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and supporting standardization efforts across operations. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and interested in supply chain, warehouse operations, continuous improvement, and process engineering.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field.
- Strong interest in warehouse operations, logistics, and process improvement.
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio or similar process-mapping tools preferred.
- Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced operational environment.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with warehouse or distribution center operations.
- Experience with process mapping and documentation.
- Knowledge of packaging operations or material flow concepts is a plus.
- Ability to analyze operational data and identify trends.
Responsibilities
- Support the warehouse with daily operational improvement initiatives.
- Observe, document, and map current warehouse processes.
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process flow documentation.
- Analyze packaging workflows to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, wastes, and opportunities for improvement.
- Assist with time studies, process audits, and data collection activities.
- Help create visual management tools, training materials, and process documentation for warehouse associates.
- Support continuous improvement projects related to safety, delivery, productivity, quality, and inventory accuracy.
Benefits
- Hourly non-exempt role
- Overtime eligible
- Integrity, Respect & Excellence Core Values
- Equal opportunity employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
