Industrial Engineering Intern

Mission Statement: To Maintain consistent growth while increasing quality and the capabilities of our people.

Core Values: Care Trust Help (C.T.H.)

Summary of Position

Niles Plant Services is seeking a proactive and analytical Industrial Engineering Intern to support continuous improvement initiatives across multiple functional areas including Operations, Project Management, Estimating, and Purchasing. This internship offers hands-on experience in identifying inefficiencies, streamlining workflows, and driving measurable improvements in productivity, cost, and quality throughout the plant.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Operations, Project Management, Estimating, and Purchasing teams to identify and scope improvement opportunities.
• Conduct time studies, process mapping, and data analysis to uncover inefficiencies and recommend solutions.
• Support Lean initiatives such as 5S, visual management, and standard work across departments.
• Assist in developing and implementing process enhancements that reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Document current and future state workflows using tools like Visio, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Track and report on project metrics including cost savings, lead time reduction, and quality improvements.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and contribute to team-based problem-solving sessions.
• Prepare presentations and reports for leadership on findings and recommendations.

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence principles.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Prior internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting is a plus.

Niles Plant Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected status.