Manufacturing General Assembly Intern

Slate Auto • Warsaw, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Intern supports day‑to‑day production operations, continuous improvement initiatives, and engineering projects that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. This role is ideal for a student who enjoys hands-on problem‑solving, data analysis, and learning how products move from design to full‑scale manufacturing.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree In Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and basic GD&T concepts
• Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist manufacturing engineers with process development, optimization, and documentation
• Collect and analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities for quality or process issues
• Create or update standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and visual aids
• Participate in time studies, workflow mapping, and ergonomic assessments
• Help design or modify tooling, fixtures, and equipment under engineer supervision
• Collaborate with cross functional teams including production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Assist with equipment validation, testing, and implementation of new processes

Benefits

• Real-world experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing, process engineering, and continuous improvement tools
• Opportunities to lead small projects and present findings to engineering leadership
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and cross functional teams
• A deeper understanding of how products are built, scaled, and optimized

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern