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Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op
8 months ago
Description
Job Title
Engineering Intern - Specialty Polymers
Job Location
United States
Job Overview
Ionic Materials is seeking a hands-on, self-motivated, driven engineering intern to support the scale-up and manufacturing operations of our Specialty Polymer businesses. The ideal candidate must have a strong technical aptitude. Familiarity with polymers and extrusion processes, such as compounding and film extrusion or in production equipment, design, process controls and quality is a plus.
The position will work closely with the R&D teams, and interface with the Operations team on production capacities, supply chain planning and quality systems as well as supporting external Tolling manufacturing partners. This role reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager.
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience
Responsibilities
- Support the technology transfer from pilot-line to full-scale production both internally and with external partners
- Assist with the development of manufacturing processes and evaluate existing workflows for areas of improvement
- Work with manufacturing engineers on prototype and production
- Develop quality checkpoints and implement World-Class process monitoring
- Support companywide 5S initiatives and continuous improvement activities
- Execute process capability studies to characterize manufacturing processes and develop associated specifications
- Provide input on specifications as needed
- Witness first production runs, review process controls and QC plan; provide technical support in supplier audits
Requirements
- Pursuing a B.S. degree in Mechanical, Materials Science, Plastics or Chemical Engineering
- Strong mechanical aptitude: hands-on laboratory experience in material processing and mechanical equipment use is preferred
- Ability to accurately follow work instructions under minimal supervision with attention to detail
- Organized in record-keeping habits
- Ability to perform well in a fast-paced, problem-solving environment
- Solid skills in MS Office and window programs
- Ability to analyze and synthesize data
- Strong communication skills
- Familiarity with AutoCAD or SOLIDWORKS working knowledge is a plus
- Ability to perform well in a fast-paced, problem-solving environment with the special challenges of a start-up company
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People who completed this type of internship end up in the following types of jobs
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Machinery
Typical pay range:
$15.89 - $20.44
Estimated Monthly Living Expenses
For Woburn, MA | $5,444/mo
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