Job Description

The intern for the ITW Body and Fuel Division will rotate through various work groups within the Operations and Engineering functions of our plastic injection molding facilities. The departments where the intern will gain experience and apply their academic knowledge to contribute to business results include: Project Management, Technical/Engineering, Operations and Tooling.  

The candidate should be enrolled in an accredited institution and be pursuing an Engineering Degree, preferably in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering. Responsibilities May Include: ·       Complete ITW toolbox training (80/20, Front-to-Back, etc.) ·       Learn and apply safety rules and regulations in the operations environment ·       Analyze failures and identify common trends. Utilize internal laboratory for material                  analysis. ·       Learn and apply root cause analysis principles. Suggest plans for corrective actions. ·       Validate best practices by comparing results to measurable qualities of programs                    currently in production •    Learn Six Sigma techniques and tools to improve business processes. This includes an         introduction to Cpk and Ppk values, creating histograms and control charts. •    Introduction and application to mistake proofing methods. This includes Poke Yoke                 Validation systems with Red Rabbits, sensors and cameras. •    Understand the 5 phases of successful product launch by learning and applying APQP           (Advanced Product Quality Planning) procedures and techniques •    Learn and apply DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) data driven quality strategy to improve processes

Qualifications

Actively pursuing a degree in Engineering, preferably with a focus in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering •    GPA of 3.0 or better strongly desired •    Effective written and oral communication skills •    Ability to work well in a team •    Excellent computer skills (MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word and windows based software) •    Ability to work in a dynamic and challenging environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Alternative or combined skills in understanding, counseling, and/or influencing people are important in achieving job objectives, causing action, understanding others, or changing behavior; and, skills of persuasiveness or assertiveness, as well as sensitivity to the point of view of others.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please email mneis@itwautomotive.com to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged. 

Additional Information

ITW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Male/Female/Disabled/Veteran

_ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. _

_As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. _

_All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  _