Manufacturing Summer Intern in Harrisonburg, Virginia at Friendship Industries Inc

Summer Intern

Hourly Non-Exempt

Production

Intern/Seasonal

801 Friendship Dr. Harrisonburg, VA 22802

Position Summary:

As a summer intern for FIAS, you will have the unique experience of working for a nonprofit that is applying world class manufacturing concepts. You will help us analyze information, improve workflows and create a sustainable means for Lean Daily Management tracking. You will be encouraged to apply your classroom knowledge and technology skills in solving production challenges.

During this internship you should also expect to have:

• Complete ownership of a project, with support & development from leadership
• Access to mentorship, career conversations and professional development
• Opportunities to collaborate with different teams
• Exposure to working for a Non-profit

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Create a Lean Daily Management system that makes data collection and analysis easily accessible and user friendly.
• Customize and deliver training programs aligned with employee needs and organizational goals.
• Create documentation and training for technical support and end users
• At the end of the internship, the candidate will be asked to give a presentation to the leadership team regarding the assignment.

Qualifications and Skillset:

Required Skills

• Pursuing a degree in Integrated Science & Technology, Engineering or other related coursework
• Strong computer skills, proficient in Microsoft applications

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities, barriers, and vulnerable adults.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, or similar continuous improvement frameworks.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Regular work in a warehouse/production setting; may include weekend/holiday shifts.
• Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Exposure to varying environmental conditions typical of office work, production, and shipping operations.

Other Duties

• Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support operational, employee, and customer service goals.

Qualifications and Skillset:

Required Skills

Pursuing a degree in Integrated Science & Technology, Engineering or other related coursework

Strong computer skills, proficient in Microsoft applications

Preferred Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Experience working with individuals with disabilities, barriers, and vulnerable adults.

Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, or similar continuous improvement frameworks.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Regular work in a warehouse/production setting; may include weekend/holiday shifts.

Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision.

Reliable transportation required.

Exposure to varying environmental conditions typical of office work, production, and shipping operations.

Other Duties

Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support operational, employee, and customer service goals.