2027 Intern/Co-op Students

Flexfab • Hastings, MI

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About The Position

The Internship/Co-op Program provides hands-on experience across cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment. Interns support a variety of projects and initiatives while gaining exposure to process improvement, workplace safety, employee training, and operational excellence. The position offers an opportunity to develop professional skills, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to business objectives. Duties vary by function and may include engineering, safety, human resources, customer service, marketing, purchasing, information technology, or continuous improvement work.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in a related field.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in field applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively in a team environment.
• Embrace Flexfab’s Humble HEARTS values.

Responsibilities

• Engineering: Support engineering projects; assist with data collection and analysis; participate in troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and processes; help develop and update work instructions, layouts, and documentation; collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Safety: Assist with safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments; support incident investigations and corrective action tracking; help maintain safety records, training documentation, and compliance files; participate in safety training and employee awareness initiatives; observe and promote safe work practices; contribute to workplace safety and regulatory compliance projects.
• Human Resources: Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and new-hire orientation; support employee engagement and communication initiatives; help maintain confidential personnel records; assist with HR reporting, data entry, and administrative projects; participate in training, development, and employee relations activities.
• Customer Service: Respond to customer inquiries by phone, email, and internal systems; assist with order entry, tracking, and customer account maintenance; help investigate and resolve customer concerns and follow up promptly; maintain accurate customer records and documentation; collaborate with Sales, Production, and Shipping; analyze customer feedback and help identify service improvements.
• Marketing: Help develop marketing materials, presentations, and promotional content; support social media, website updates, and digital marketing; conduct market and competitor research; help coordinate campaigns, events, and employee engagement activities; track and report marketing metrics and campaign effectiveness; collaborate on branding and communications.
• Purchasing: Assist with purchasing activities, including creating and tracking purchase orders; support supplier communications on pricing, delivery schedules, and order status; maintain purchasing records and vendor information; analyze inventory levels and support replenishment planning; assist with supplier performance tracking and continuous improvement; work with Operations, Planning, and Finance on procurement processes.
• Information Technology: Provide employees with technical support for hardware, software, and system issues; assist with computer setup, equipment deployment, and system maintenance; support user account administration, access management, and troubleshooting; document IT processes, procedures, and technical solutions; participate in network, cybersecurity, and technology improvement projects; collaborate on technology solutions for business operations.
• Continuous Improvement: Assist with projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity; collect, analyze, and report operational data to identify improvement opportunities; support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and waste reduction initiatives; participate in process mapping, root cause analysis, and problem-solving; help implement and sustain improvements; develop standard work instructions, visual management tools, and project documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed