Intern - Operations Excellence

Job Description - Intern (Operations Excellence) Job Title Role Objective Key Responsibilities 1. Process Improvement & Industrial Engineering

• Assist in conducting time studies, work studies, and motion studies.
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvement opportunities.
• Support implementation of Lean Manufacturing tools and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Assist in identifying and eliminating Non-Value Added (NVA) activities.

Key Deliverables

• Process improvement opportunities identified
• Improved process flow and standardized work practices

2. Mechanization & Automation Projects

• Support execution of mechanization and automation projects across operations.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors during project implementation.
• Assist in machine trials, validation, documentation, and performance tracking.
• Monitor project timelines and maintain implementation trackers.

Key Deliverables

• Timely project support
• Successful implementation tracking
• Automation project documentation

3. Layout Planning & Workflow Optimization

• Assist in preparing and updating shop-floor layouts using AutoCAD or equivalent software.
• Support workstation redesign to improve ergonomics and material flow.
• Participate in layout optimization activities for improved productivity and space utilization.
• Assist in material flow analysis and workstation balancing.

Key Deliverables

• Optimized layouts
• Improved workflow and space utilization
• Reduced material movement

4. Productivity & Capacity Improvement

• Collect and analyze production data.
• Prepare productivity reports and dashboards.
• Support capacity calculations and manpower utilization studies.
• Participate in bottleneck identification and capacity enhancement initiatives.

Key Deliverables

• Productivity improvement reports
• Capacity analysis support
• Performance dashboards

Desired Candidate Profile Education

• Final Year or Pre-final Year B.E./B.Tech or pursuing Masters in:
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Production Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Textile Engineering
  • Industrial & Production Engineering

Preferred Skills

• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering concepts
• Knowledge of Time Study, Motion Study, Line Balancing, and Process Mapping
• AutoCAD (preferred)
• Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint
• Power BI (preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work in a cross-functional environment
• Proactive learning attitude

Learning Outcomes

• Industrial Engineering practices
• Manufacturing process optimization
• Mechanization and Automation projects
• Shop-floor layout planning
• Lean Manufacturing implementation
• Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Project Management
• Cross-functional stakeholder management
• Data analysis and reporting
• Manufacturing Operations Excellence

Required Skills