Industrial Engineering Intern

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Job Overview

Rite-Hite is the global leader in the manufacture and distribution of industrial loading dock and door equipment. Our innovative products and world class sales organization ensure solid, consistent growth, both for our company and our staff. We are always looking ahead to develop innovative new products and services to improve our customers' safety, security, and productivity.

What We Offer:

Rite-Hite provides competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and paid medical leave. We also provide a retirement savings plan that combines 401(K) with company match and profit sharing. Paid holidays, vacation, and up to five paid personal/sick days per year round out the package.

Rite-Hite is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer offering a drug free workplace for our customers and employees.

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Industrial Systems Engineering Intern to join our team at our manufacturing facility in Dubuque, IA. In this role, you will support engineering staff in improving industrial systems, processes, workflows, and equipment performance. This internship provides hands-on experience with real-world industrial engineering applications and offers the opportunity to apply academic knowledge to optimize efficiency, productivity, and system reliability in a professional environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist engineers with the analysis, design, and optimization of industrial systems, including production processes, material flow, and equipment layouts.
Perform data collection, time studies, workflow analysis, and documentation to support ongoing systems improvement projects.
Create, update, and review process maps, workflow diagrams, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical reports.
Conduct research on industrial equipment, automation technologies, lean methodologies, and process improvement techniques.
Support troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and quality evaluations within manufacturing or operational processes.
Participate in team meetings, kaizen events, design reviews, and technical presentations.
Adhere to company safety procedures, industrial engineering standards, and best-practice guidelines.

Education and/or Experience

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with industrial engineering tools, measurement methods, data analysis techniques, or simulation software.
Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MATLAB, Python, Arena/Simio simulation software, or statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab).
Prior project, lab, or internship experience in process improvement, manufacturing systems, operations research, or automation.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts, Six Sigma methodologies, ergonomic principles, or relevant industrial standards.

Additional Job Information:

Primary Contact

11661

Dawn Sheffer

563-587-6047

Phone

563-589-2764

Fax

dsheffer@ritehite.com

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