Job Description

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER INTERN

Job Description 

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Marketlab is a market-leading healthcare solutions organization specializing in the design, manufacturing, and sourcing of private label products. It’s our mission to provide our healthcare partners timely solutions with a straightforward approach based on knowing them and their work. Every day we strive to positively impact the lives of the people who in turn impact the health and wellness of our communities.

Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Marketlab’s success is built upon a foundation of collaboration, innovation, and the belief that every team member plays a vital role in creating an exceptional customer service experience.

ABOUT THE POSITION 

The Manufacturing Engineer Intern is responsible to assist the engineering team to improve manufacturing operations within Marketlab, seeking to make manufacturing efficient and productive. This position will provide team support to the engineering team in order to produce the highest quality of products for Marketlab.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Assist with the evaluation of manufacturing operations and processes and assess opportunities for improvements.
• Assist with the implementation of manufacturing process improvements.
• Assist with the preparation of specifications, and management of installation of manufacturing equipment.
• Analyze production processes, collect and analyze data using statistical methods, and perform time studies.
• Write process procedures clearly and accurately for new products, identify problems with old procedures, and make corrections when needed.
• Assist with the build of prototypes as directed by engineering.
• Comfortable with being on the Manufacturing floor for 80% of the day.
• Miscellaneous projects as directed by the Director, Engineering.
• Physically able to lift 50 pounds repetitively throughout the day.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Currently enrolled in an Engineering degree path or similar.

COMPETENCIES

• Communication - Individual communicates effectively both verbally and written with superiors, colleagues and individuals inside and outside the company.
• Problem Solving - Individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Personal Development - Seeks and accepts additional responsibility for continuous learning and development. Must be flexible and adapt to changing environments and priorities.
• Quality of Work - Accepts responsibility for quality and timeliness of work.  Works to achieve a goal in spite of barriers or difficulties.  Adjusts focus when it becomes obvious that a goal cannot be achieved, redirects energy into related achievable goals.
• Teamwork - Conveys passion and rallies team members when challenged with a difficult goal.  Keeps focused and on track and resolves any interpersonal issues arising that may jeopardize team success.  Prompts others to contribute knowledge and information to assist the team.