Continuous Improvement intern
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 11, 2026. Schneider Electric scores B on the Alion truth index.
What will you do?
Your Impactful Responsibilities
- Support Continuous Improvement projects focused on productivity, quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
- Lead and sustain 5S activities across manufacturing and warehouse areas, including audits, action tracking, and visual management implementation.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to identify improvement opportunities and support decision-making.
- Create dashboards, reports, and performance metrics using Excel, Power BI, and other digital tools.
- Participate in Kaizen events, workshops, Gemba walks, and problem-solving activities.
- Support root cause analysis using methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, and Pareto Analysis.
- Assist in value stream mapping, process documentation, and workflow optimization initiatives.
- Track project actions, timelines, and results to ensure sustainability of improvements
What skills and capabilities will make you successful?
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- Ability to work with large data sets and convert information into actionable insights.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Effective communication.
- Self-driven attitude with willingness to challenge the status quo and identify improvement opportunities.
- Ability to work in cross-functional teams and interact with different organizational levels.
- Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts, data analysis).
- Knowledge of Power BI, Power Query, Minitab, Python, or similar analytics tools is a plus.
- Ability to create clear process documentation and visual management materials.
- English communication skills preferred.
What qualifications will make you successful?
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in:
- Industrial Engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Supply Chain Engineering
- Data Analytics or related fields
- Graduation date within the next 12-24 months (August 2027 or later)
- Availability to work onsite.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts such as 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement.
- Basic knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics.
- Experience with Power BI, Minitab, SQL, Python, or other analytics tools is desirable.
- Intermediate English proficiency preferred.
- Strong academic performance and demonstrated interest in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement
What's in it for me?
- Hands-on experience leading real improvement projects in a manufacturing environment.
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Digital Transformation initiatives.
- Opportunity to work directly with plant leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Development of analytical, leadership, and project management skills.
- Training in problem-solving methodologies, Lean tools, and data analytics.
- Opportunity to build measurable business impact through productivity, quality, and cost improvement projects.
- Potential career path toward roles in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operational Excellence, or Continuous Improvement.
Ready to gain experience that matters? Join us and take the first step toward an exciting career!
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