Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. This is an internship position (Non-Exempt Salary); the hourly range is stated below. The rate offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Hourly Rate:
$23 - $27/hr.
OVERVIEW The role of the Product Intern is to participate in and lead appropriately scoped supporting processes, using classical manufacturing engineering skills. This position will focus on manufacturing process development in Surface Mount or Electro Mechanical assembly areas. The goal will be to develop sound and repeatable processes that maximize employee safety, product yield, and process efficiency. The individual will collaborate with other engineers at the Focus Factory, Site, and Corporate level to achieve project objectives. All interns will be assigned a mentor for direction and support.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support, recognize, define, and solve problems/opportunities within the Factory.
Support of manufacturing process, including layout and concepts.
Review labor quotes versus actual times and implement process improvements where opportunities arise.
Review Engineering Change Orders (ECO) and provide feedback on labor impact of change.
Gain understanding of manufacturing process controls and the statistical applications associated.
Assist with Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRR's).
Develop knowledge of Plexus Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Guidelines.
Assist with recommendations as to what format (e.g. tape-n-reel vs. bulk, etc.) to receive raw material in, to optimize the manufacturing process.
Assist in determining facility requirements (floor space, utilities, ancillary equipment, etc.) for new processes or equipment, adhering to safety and ergonomic practices.
Assist in process Validation activities, per SOP 37, as required. Participates on customer support teams, representing manufacturing and engineering.
Additional duties as assigned by Management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field for entire duration of internship.
Experience in Solidworks, AutoCAD, and Lean Sigma
Proficient in Google Applications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Junior level status
GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred
Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
Strong communication skills
This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.
We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at GHQ.TA@plexus.com. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.
