Manufacturing Intern

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Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Lakewood Township, New Jersey

In Person

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Responsibilities

The intern will support manufacturing performance and process optimization initiatives by analyzing production data and assisting with Lean projects. They will also help with administrative duties, safety requirements, and workstation optimization on the production floor.

Qualifications

We are looking for a Manufacturing Intern to assist with manufacturing performance, process optimization, and operational efficiency initiatives. Candidates should be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree, have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles is preferred.

Job Description

We are seeking Manufacturing Intern to support manufacturing performance, process optimization, and operational efficiency initiatives. This role works closely with our Operations functions, providing hands-on experience analyzing data, improving optimization within a manufacturing environment.

Primary Duties:

  • Assist with 5S project implementation and visual controls: Participate in Lean initiatives including 5S, value stream mapping, and waste reduction
  • Assist with Manufacturing Administrative Duties 
  • Assist with monthly safety requirements 
  • Analyze production data (scrap, downtime, OEE, throughput) and develop improvement recommendations
  • Assist in manufacturing workstation optimization
  • Assist with culture rollout initiatives 
  • Assist all support departments as needed 

Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
  • Comfortable working on the production floor
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Preferred:

•    Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles

•    Experience with data visualization or basic statistical analysis

What You’ll Gain:

•    Hands-on experience in a live manufacturing environment

•    Direct exposure to process improvement and equipment optimization

•    Opportunity to lead a measurable improvement project

•    Mentorship from senior operations leaders

This is a full-time, onsite position.  The role will be based at our Lakewood, NJ location

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility Statement

HuFriedyGroup is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position, participate in the recruitment process, or perform essential job functions, please contact us at 773-868-5534. We are committed to supporting you throughout your journey with HuFriedyGroup!


Monday- Friday 7:30 am-4:30 pm

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Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC

HuFriedyGroup is a global leader in dental instrument manufacturing, infection prevention and instrument reprocessing workflows. With over 200 years of collective experience in the dental industry, HuFriedyGroup helps dental professionals be the best in practice by providing a complete circle of protection in the dental suite, bringing together world class products, services, education, and communities that result in superior clinician performance, superior clinical outcomes, and safety for clinicians and patients. Headquartered in Chicago, HuFriedyGroup products are distributed in more than 100 countries, and the dental division maintains offices in Germany, Italy, China, Singapore, and Japan.
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