Titeflex/US Hose is a global leader in creating and adapting fluid and gas management products and quality programs, Titeflex expertise can be traced to its aerospace roots at the dawning of the space age. We provided solutions and service for demanding fluid and gas transfer requirements, whether the media be corrosive, caustic or combustible, under extreme pressure, temperature and flexing conditions. Primary markets include aerospace, chemical, petro-chemical, pulp and paper, petroleum equipment, heavy equipment, compressed gas, automotive, refrigeration, transportation, and dozens of other niche markets. The company has a long history of expertise in PTFE extrusion and wire braid reinforcement, and composite hose as the new integration of flexible metal hose with the merger of US Hose. Titeflex’s background and experience in stringent and demanding hose requirements plays into the strengths of our applications engineers. We are able to assimilate some of the most difficult and demanding applications known today into customer satisfaction, borrowing from our experience and core technology. Committed to quality, Titeflex Quality Systems are 3rd party certified and has received numerous other certifications and accreditations.

Job Summary & Essential Functions:  The following describes in general terms the purpose and scope of the position.

The intern position is an opportunity for an Engineering student to gain real world experience in a manufacturing environment, while concurrently providing benefit to Titeflex by performing a variety of engineering tasks in either the Project or Manufacturing Engineering areas.  Job duties include but are not limited to;

• Working on Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) development in all engineering areas.  Will also support our SOP Development Process TTI (Target to Improve).
• The intern will help to execute our build-ahead plan by assisting in the SOP development process by gathering data (pictures, machine settings, process risks or issues, inspection methods) during the process to build into the SOP.
• This experience will give the individual a deep understanding of our processes, and also help Titeflex in developing a solid SOP process to build on in the future.
• May be responsible for reading and interpreting customers: Request for quote, contracts, purchase orders, electronic or hard copy drawings, and specifications.
• Through the evaluation of this data, the Intern may create quotation packages, documents, drawings and processes for the purpose of meeting customer requirements.
• The intern is expected to work cooperatively as a member of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) that includes Engineering, Quality, Finance and Supply Chain.
• Experience utilizing AutoCAD 2D/3D preferred but will train.
• Proficient skills creating and manipulating spreadsheet packages, but will train.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and be able to integrate that knowledge onto process flow and tool design assistance.
• Reads and has a thorough understanding of Engineering Drawings and parts lists.
• Coordinate the necessary information with other engineers to make corrections and improvements to planning, tooling, programs or processes.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures utilizing drawings and specifications as well as interviews with operators.
• Participate in improvement activities with Manufacturing Engineers and Manufacturing Manager to support manufacturing operations.
• Data collection and analysis for continuous improvement of production processes.
• Propose process changes to improve quality or throughput.
• Acceptable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Work Environment and Safety Equipment Required:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.  Safety glasses, safety shoes and other designated personal protective equipment as required for this position.

• Working conditions are 50% office and 50% manufacturing environment.
• Safety glasses required in all manufacturing areas.
• Safety Steel-Toed Shoes required in all manufacturing areas.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat and risk of electrical shock.
• Hearing protection is required in designated areas.

Required Skills & 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, skills, qualifications, competencies, abilities and any physical demands if required.  Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential requirements of this job.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret scientific and technical data, blueprints, specifications, etc.
• Ability to effectively present information to peers and management.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical and statistical concepts.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; the employee is occasionally required to walk and sit.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Required Experience/Education/Training/Certifications:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess the outlined experience level, education, training, minimum years of experience, product or industry knowledge plus any certifications in order to be considered.

• Current enrollment as an Engineering student – Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, Process, Industrial.

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