Manufacturing Engineer Intern

Position

Manufacturing Engineer Intern

Department

Engineering

Manager

Engineering Manager

Job Type

Internship

Location

Burlington, NC

Job Details

Company Background

Alamance Foods Inc. is a leading supplier of whipped dairy products in the United States, we produce, pack and ship private labels based off customer specific needs. An innovative company with proven experience in creating exciting new products that redefine what is possible in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.

Position Opportunity

The Manufacturing Engineer Intern will support the engineering and production teams during a summer internship term. This role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and provides opportunities to participate in process improvement, lean manufacturing, and production optimization projects.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate current manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the implementation of lean principles to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, and capacity assessments.
• Assist in troubleshooting production issues in collaboration with engineering and operations staff.
• Help develop and revise standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Assist in designing and testing tools, jigs, or fixtures to support production.
• Collect and interpret production data to inform decisions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and kaizen events.
• Contribute to quality, safety, and cost-saving objectives.
  
  

Education/Training/Certifications

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• Completion of sophomore year or higher preferred.
  
  

Related Experience

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and lean methodologies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  
  

Knowledge/Skills Experience

Travel Requirements: None

Physical Requirements

• Combination of office and manufacturing floor settings.
• Requires occasional standing and walking in a production environment with use of PPE.
  
  

Alamance Foods Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons because of age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, gender, ethnic or national origin, or veteran status. Alamance Foods Inc. prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability.