What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Intern position at INTEK PLASTICS LLC?

Job Description

Primary Objective of Position

Assist with material characterization to determine processing window of current materials, identify potential alternatives, complete reports on findings. “Hands-on” trials of alternative materials using pilot-scale extruder to assist with production scale-up. Actively participate as a team member in various engineering projects to facilitate the safety, quality, cost and delivery objectives of the company.

Major Areas of Responsibility

Assist with material characterization to improve product capabilities
Analyze material flow data, compile reports, and correlate with processability
Participate in profile extrusions on pilot and production scale
Provide materials support for collaboration with other engineering projects
Create standardized work for processes developed

Qualifications

Must have completed a minimum of 4 semesters in the Plastics, Materials, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, or Chemistry discipline, or 1 full year of tech school in an instrumentation or other related courses of study

Must have a GPA of 2.8 or higher

Good organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to successfully interact with all levels of the organization

PC literate (Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word)

Good technical writing skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to regularly lift (weekly) up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, twist, and carry tools or materials over the course of 8 – 10-hour shift; while supporting 24-hour / 5-day per week plant operations.

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

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