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American Woodmark

Process Engineering Intern

Los Angeles, CAPosted 6 days ago
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Job Description

Engineering Intern – Manufacturing Engineering

Position Summary
The Engineering Intern will support the Engineering and Maintenance teams in improving manufacturing processes, supporting capital projects, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within a high-volume cabinet manufacturing facility. This role provides hands-on experience in industrial engineering, automation, and production support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support manufacturing engineers with process improvement and productivity projects
  • Assist with time studies, labor standard validation, and efficiency analysis
  • Help develop and update standard work and process documentation
  • Support capital equipment projects including layout development and implementation
  • Assist with AutoCAD layouts and facility planning updates
  • Participate in Gemba walks and SQDP board reviews
  • Help identify and implement safety and ergonomic improvements
  • Assist engineering team with equipment trials and validation runs
  • Support data collection and analysis for continuous improvement initiatives
  • Assist with troubleshooting production issues alongside maintenance and operations
  • Help maintain engineering project tracking and documentation
  • Support 3D printing and innovation lab projects when applicable
  • Assist with equipment PM documentation and asset tracking updates
  • Work with supervisors and operators to identify improvement opportunities
  • Participate in lean initiatives such as 5S and waste reduction projects

Learning Opportunities

Intern will gain exposure to:

  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • Industrial engineering methods
  • Manufacturing automation
  • Production problem-solving
  • Capital project execution
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Real-world plant operations

Basic Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a degree in:
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Industrial Engineering
    • Manufacturing Engineering
    • Mechatronics
    • Or related field

Preferred Skills

  • Basic knowledge of Excel or data analysis
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD or layout software
  • Interest in manufacturing or automation
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Self-motivated and hands-on
Process Engineering Intern at American Woodmark | Renata