• Intern- Continuous Improvement

    RENK America (Muskegon, MI)


    Intern- Continuous Improvement

     

    About the Organization RENK America is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision-engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America employs over 500 employees at our US locations in Muskegon, Michigan, Cincinnati, Ohio, Camby, Indiana and Roseville, Michigan. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community.

    Description

    Job Description:

    The Continuous Improvement Intern will be responsible for leading department level initiatives that directly impact the strategic goals of our corporation. From day one, this position will be a key member of the continuous improvement team working alongside manufacturing leaders to identify and eliminate waste through the application of lean and six sigma methodologies.

    Essential Functions:

    + Use of Lean tools defining gaps between current state / future state and create action plans

    + Analyze data and metric performance to prioritize improvement events that directly affect favorable division performance

    + Create visual standards and management key performance indicators to drive an environment of continuous improvement

    + Collaborate with a variety of departments throughout the facility to map business process flow, document inputs and outputs, and identify areas for waste reduction

    Position Requirements

    Qualifications:

    + Must be enrolled in an acredited program and pursuing a degree in Engineering, Operations, Lean, Supply Chain Management, or related field with a Jr. or Sr. status and a minimum of a 3.0 GPA.

    + Strong written and oral communication skills

    + Strong skills in Microsoft Office

    + Must have the ability to obtain a clearance which typically requires a U.S. Citizenship and a clean background check.

    Preferred Additional Skills:

    + Experience utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile techniques

    + Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

    + Strong problem solving skills

    + Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and resourceful

    + Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to influence decisions

     

    Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal

     

    Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

     

    EOE Statement RENK America is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

     

    This position is currently accepting applications.