Industrial Engineering Intern

Company Overview

At Seal & Design, we specialize in manufacturing high-performance seals and gaskets for a wide range of industrial applications. As a company committed to operational excellence, we prioritize lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Industrial Engineering Intern to support our shop floor efficiency initiatives through 5S and workplace organization projects. This hands-on internship will involve direct interaction with production employees, analysis of current processes, and implementation of material flow improvements aimed at increasing productivity and reducing waste.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct time studies, process observations, and workflow assessments on the shop floor.
• Engage with shop floor employees to gather input and feedback on current workstations, layouts, and material handling practices.
• Support the planning and implementation of 5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) initiatives to improve workplace organization.
• Assist in developing and maintaining visual management tools, standardized work instructions, and layout diagrams.
• Analyze material flow and storage systems to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, or redundant movement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and maintenance to drive efficiency projects.
• Present findings, recommendations, and project progress to supervisors and stakeholders.

Pay Range: $20-21/hour

*This role is located on-site at our HQ in Clarence, NY*

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts, especially 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working on the shop floor and interacting with production staff.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio); AutoCAD or similar software is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave