Industrial Engineering Intern

ProMach Careers • Forest, VA

18h

About The Position

At Sentry Equipment , a subsidiary of ProMach’s Systems business, we have a longstanding reputation in the industries we serve. We offer an extensive portfolio of conveyor equipment and related container handling machinery. We specialize in integrating packaging equipment and conveying systems into cost-effective and efficient plan designs. Do we have your attention? Keep reading. The Industrial Engineering Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting facility expansion initiatives, production floor layout optimization, and continuous improvement activities. This role provides exposure to industrial engineering fundamentals, workflow analysis, lean methodologies, and project coordination. The intern will assist in evaluating current processes, developing layout proposals, collecting operational data, and supporting cross-functional teams throughout building and production-related projects. Are you excited about this work? Assist in developing and optimizing production floor layouts to improve flow, safety, and efficiency. Support facility expansion planning through data collection, space analysis, and layout modeling. Help create technical documentation, including layout drawings, process maps, and standard work instructions. Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure successful implementation of layout changes and facility modifications. Support continuous improvement and initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and proposing solutions. Gain exposure to project management practices and cross-functional teamwork. Work in accordance with established safety policies and procedures, especially during on-floor assessments. Learn to interpret operational requirements and translate them into practical engineering solutions. What’s in it for you? There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career. If this sounds like you, we want to connect!

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and design software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and optimizing production floor layouts to improve flow, safety, and efficiency.
• Support facility expansion planning through data collection, space analysis, and layout modeling.
• Help create technical documentation, including layout drawings, process maps, and standard work instructions.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure successful implementation of layout changes and facility modifications.
• Support continuous improvement and initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and proposing solutions.
• Gain exposure to project management practices and cross-functional teamwork.
• Work in accordance with established safety policies and procedures, especially during on-floor assessments.
• Learn to interpret operational requirements and translate them into practical engineering solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed