Production - Intern

Nemera • Buffalo Grove, IL

8d • $20 - $24

About The Position

Job Summary:
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Production Improvement Intern to join our team the Summer 2026. The ideal candidate will be a sophomore (or higher) student with a strong understanding of engineering principles and processes.

Primary Job Functions:
Conducting Time studies
Providing project support to the team
Assisting with NPS (Net Promoter Score – Nemera production system) support activities

Level of Mentorship or Supervision Provided:
Opportunity for one-on-one mentorship sessions; mentorship will be provided by the entire team of skill enhancement

Specific Projects or Initiatives Interns Could Contribute to:
Contributing to the savings goal for the plant

Requirements

• Student working towards a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and preferably focused on industrial engineering or other related Engineering field
• Candidates preferred to have completed their second year of engineering studies and entering Junior or Senior year
• High problem-solving skills and self-direction
• Ability to work in a team or individual contributor
• Technical skills including problem-solving abilities and communication skills
• Specific software proficiency (e.g., Excel)
• Familiarity with Time studies
• Knowledge of 5S principles

Nice To Haves

• Power BI skills (a plus). Willingness to learn, create dashboards thereafter a requirment
• Understanding of Lean concepts such as Kanban and SMED (a plus)
• Familiarity with manufacturing and/or plastic injection molding

Responsibilities

• Conducting Time studies
• Providing project support to the team
• Assisting with NPS (Net Promoter Score – Nemera production system) support activities
• Contributing to the savings goal for the plant

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees