Summer Intern- Continuous Improvement

Requisition Summary

The Continuous Improvement Intern will work with PPS, Safety & Health, Human Resources and other groups around the factory. Functions will include continuous improvement, kaizen events, time studies, and Safety & Health projects.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Assist with continuous improvement projects, including facilitating workshops and supporting process and safety improvement initiatives.
• Responsible for facilitating continuous improvement and Kaizen events.
• Conduct time studies to support balancing of production line labor.
• Provide support in various Safety & Health projects relating to analytics and risk assessments in a manufacturing setting.
• Assist in the preparation and performance of safety meetings and training programs.
• Conduct work area safety inspections and audits with special emphasis on hazard recognition, unsafe behaviors and suggested corrections.

Qualifications

We are looking for students currently enrolled in a degree program for Process Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

Excellent candidates will possess:

• Have experience working with Microsoft Office products and SharePoint.
• Lean Belt experience/certification preferred.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects/tasks.
• Ability to multi-task, adapt in our environment and change priorities quickly if assembly needs dictate.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people and function.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of and ability to successfully apply Six Sigma tools and methodology is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Must be available 12-15 weeks.

Intern Benefits

• As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options, including:
• Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Sick Leave
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
• EAP services: including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more
• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth, training, and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field

Additional Job Board Information

At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for internship positions is $25 an hour for undergraduate students and $30 an hour for graduate students. Additionally, this role is eligible for a range of benefit options listed above.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.

This is a safety-sensitive position, and the pre-employment drug testing includes cannabis testing.

Kenworth Truck Company (Renton) is an E-Verify employer.