About this role
Job Description:
Company Description
Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 250 global industrial company centered on a differentiated business model. The company’s seven business segments leverage the 80/20 business model to generate solid growth, best-in-class margins, and favorable returns in markets where innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking, and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries targeting sustainable and profitable organic growth. The Sexton business fits within the ITW Drawform Division and is a market leader in the manufacture of high-pressure aerosol cans and after-market filter shells.
Position Objective:
ITW Sexton is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our team. This position provides hands-on learning experience and the opportunity to work alongside experienced manufacturing professionals in a collaborative environment. The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will contribute to various projects, gaining exposure to design, process improvement, testing, and quality control within our operations.
Essential Functions:
Create and implement standard work documentation on various production processes throughout the plant.
Perform time studies on various plant jobs.
Work on a Plantwide Project alongside our Engineer onsite.
Assist the Manufacturing Engineer with completing employee feedback items and projects related to the DAF program.
Assist with engineering projects, including research, data analysis, and reporting.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Engineering and going into Junior or Senior year (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field).
Basic knowledge of engineering principles, with an eagerness to learn and adapt.
Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Visio) is preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with process mapping or flow charts
Communication skills
Detail Oriented
Organization skills
Why Join Us?
Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Develop practical skills under the mentorship of seasoned professionals.
Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects and see results in real-time.
Competitive hourly compensation and flexible hours to accommodate academic schedules.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Other facts
About ITW
ITW’s Residential Construction is a division of the ITW Construction segment - a branded supplier of innovative engineered fastening systems and related consumables. They are all uniquely specified for a variety of applications including wood, concrete, steel and engineered lumber. Our products are focused on value-added opportunities for Professional Home Builders and Remodelers across the U.S. and the globe.
ITW Residential Construction , like its parent company, is committed to offering its customers the most advanced products as well as the best in service, merchandising, training and sales support. Our brand portfolio includes Paslode, GRK Fasteners, Tapcon, Ramset, Red Head, Teks, E-Z Ancor, Rock-ON Backer-ON, all recognized and trusted by industry professionals throughout the U.S.. ITW strives to excel at serving contractors and do-it-yourselfers with professional grade products. Each brand is a market leader in terms of quality, performance and ease of use. These products offer unique, innovative, value-added solutions for customers. We respond to customers' needs by creating close working relationships to create value and improve operating efficiencies for every customer.
What you'll do
- The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will create and implement standard work documentation, perform time studies, and assist with engineering projects. They will work on a Plantwide Project alongside an Engineer and contribute to various projects related to design, process improvement, testing, and quality control.
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