Lean Manufacturing Intern (Winter 2024/Spring 2025)

APPLICANT MUST LIVE IN ILLINOIS AND BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO ADDISON, IL. DURING THE SEMESTER

About Us:

SWD Inc. opened for business in March 1980 with three employees in a 9,000 sq. ft. leased facility and began black oxiding, cleaning, and pickling operations with used equipment. In late 1980, the company began passivating stainless steel and in 1981 purchased Fastener Sorting Corporation. Today, a recognized leader in the Metal Finishing and Fastener Sorting fields, SWD Inc. has over 200 employees and runs three shifts per day in its 250,000 sq. ft. facility just west of Chicago in Addison, Illinois.

Note: SWD is a Drug-Free workplace. All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a Background Check, Drug Screen, and Pre-Employment Physical. 

What Were Seeking:

SWD Inc., located in Addison, IL. is looking for a Winter24 / Spring25 Lean Manufacturing Intern! We are looking for current students pursuing a Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial or Process Engineering, with an interest in lean manufacturing and process improvement. This internship will be 100% on-site in Addison, IL. You must be able to commute to our facility. This internship is PAID at $18.00 per hour.

This internship will span over the Winter-Spring semester (Oct.- May). However, we are flexible on the starting and ending dates depending on your classes and schedule. Hours are flexible! We know you have classes and homework to complete. Hours will range between 15-30 hours per week, Monday-Friday. 

Some Projects May Include:

Continuous Improvement Projects

Document Standardization

3D/2D Modeling

Other Projects TBD

Qualifications:

Microsoft Office Suite skills

Understanding of PC operating systems

Experience with automation. analytics or AI is a plus

Detail oriented

Ability to prioritize well

Strong follow-through with tasks and projects

A self-starter who’s motivated by serving others

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Enjoys partnering with others to accomplish tasks

Interest in learning more about the service manufacturing industry

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