Process Engineer Intern

Cornerstone Building Brands • Gaffney, SC

65d • Onsite

About The Position

This internship is for Summer 2026. The Process Engineer Intern at Cornerstone Building Brands is responsible for learning and subsequently implementing the Cornerstone Production System methodology on multiple production lines and throughout different systems and processes. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this role will be on-site in Gaffney, SC and will work closely with the operations team.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or higher

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with AutoCAD, Inventor and/or Solid Works preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs the ability to produce a quality product into the process.
• Identify and analyze manufacturing problems to control and improve manufacturing.
• Develops all necessary process and audit documentation (i.e. Visual Work Instructions, Standard Work Combination Table, Process Control Adherence Audit, etc.)
• Assesses existing processes for areas of improvement utilizing Lean Manufacturing concepts (Kaizen, TPM, Value Stream Mapping, etc.) Six Sigma, designed experiment techniques, capability studies, etc.
• Designs and/or sources equipment for manufacturing processes; evaluates and recommends implementation of competitive technology.
• Leads, where applicable, or works in conjunction with plant maintenance to ensure that the facility and equipment are maintained and updated consistent with short- and long-term goals and objectives.
• Provides training, as required, to associates.
• Leads, where applicable, or works in conjunction with Quality Assurance, to monitor and document quality standards.
• Presents capstone project as directed at the conclusion of the internship program.
• Comply & promote all company environmental, health & safety programs, laws and regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Minimum travel required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Inclusive, collaborative environment
• Bragging rights - you'll work for the market leader in multiple product categories
• Professional development opportunities
• Intern buddy
• medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1
• PTO
• paid holidays
• FSA
• life insurance
• LTD
• STD
• 401k
• EAP
• discount programs
• tuition reimbursement
• training
• professional development

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees