Job Summary:

The Metallurgical Intern maintains the Company’s quality and production objectives by supporting the Montague team through a variety of projects.

Responsibilities

· Become familiar with Quality and Production standards relative to the Melting, Casting, and Heat-Treating areas of the Montague Facility.

· Identify and work to resolve potential safety concerns

· Required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties upon request of the supervisor

· When necessary, participate in classes and training seminars to learn new technologies and techniques deemed helpful to performance on the job

· Regularly scheduled follow up training and competency evaluation will take place annually and be included with an employee’s annual evaluation summary and maintained by HR in the employee records.

· Other duties as assigned

Assist with monitoring and optimizing molten metal and heat-treating (35%)

· Audit process parameters and monitor production data

· Detects potential issues and assists in correcting them

· Works with Melt and Heat Treat teams to stabilize processes

· Suggests improvements to work instructions, training methods, and process documentation

Conduct problem solving analyses through engagement of cross functional teams (25%)

· Evaluate accuracy of measurement systems

· Work with cross functional teams to determine relationships between process inputs and performance metrics

· Develop testing plans to evaluate improvements

· Analyze test results and prepare reports with recommendations

· Present results to Montague Team

Propose and implement continuous improvement ideas in business efficiency and cost reduction (25%)

· Investigate potential reductions in energy and supply costs for Melt and Heat Treat equipment

· Work with suppliers on testing alternative materials, components, and methods to reduce costs

· Identify common equipment failure modes and work to reduce occurrences and improve the early detection of issues

Assist with the evaluation and prevention of metallurgical defects (15%)

· Uses metallographic, spectrochemical, and mechanical testing, to evaluated samples

· Coordinate with external laboratories as needed.

· Preparation of laboratory reports and presentations

Academic Requirements

· Working towards bachelor’s degree in Engineering; metallurgical preferred

Required Skills & Experience

· Basic knowledge of aluminum foundry processes

· Knowledge of analytical statistics relative to problem solving

· Strong initiative and desire to learn

· Ability to work in a team setting or work independently on assignments

· Strong communication skills

· Microsoft Office skills

· Prior intern, office or manufacturing experience preferred

· Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications

· The person in this environment works at a fast pace with multiple priorities. There is no travel required to fulfill this position.

Health, Safety and Environmental

· Follow the Health, Safety and Environmental Program as reflected in the Health and Safety Policy Statement as well as the Environmental Management System (EMS)

· Adhere to the Quality Management System (QMS) and the Quality Policy

What Linamar Has to Offer

· Competitive Compensation

· Opportunities for career advancement.

· Sustainability Counsel

· Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

· Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.