Manufacturing Intern

Manufacturing Intern - RialtoInterns spend the summer working directly on high impact projects within one of our manufacturing departments. Interns work in a fast-paced, innovative environment where they will be asked to be a key part of our operations. During this 10-12 week internship, participants are encouraged to think outside the box and use a continuous improvement mindset to approach projects and come up with solutions. Interns gain hands on experience in work related to their field of study.Essential FunctionsRotate through multiple areas of the manufacturing plant to gain an overall understanding of the manufacturing process.Provide support to plant team members to gain hands on experience with production methods, machines, and processes.Assist with research on new and existing projects and support major decision making.Receive intellectual and creative opportunities to tackle a problem and develop proposed solutions.Attend department meetings and action plan based on feedback.Learn to collaborate and communicate across all levels of the organization.Create a presentation on internship experience, projects, and outcomes and present to department leadership.Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment0 Years – Experience in Position0 Years – Experience managing people/projects*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationPreferred Qualifications:2 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment2 Years – Experience working in Position2 Years – Experience managing people/projects*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationCompetenciesThis position embodies the values of Niagara's LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:Lead Like an OwnerMakes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovACTMakes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a WaySeeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be GreatConsistently looks for ways to improve one's self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectationsEducationMinimum Required:Current Junior/Rising Senior pursuing a Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License:Required: N/APreferred: N/AForeign LanguageRequired: None RequiredPreferred: None RequiredTypical Compensation RangePay Rate Type: Hourly $23.52 - $31.16 / HourlyBenefits Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation timePaid parental and caregiver leavesMedical, including virtual care optionsDentalVision401(k) with company matchHealth Savings Account with company matchFlexible Spending AccountsExpanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family membersFamily Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursementsIncome protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident planSpecial discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunitiesAnd more!