Operational Excellence Internship - Summer 2027

Cretex Summary Cretex Companies is a diversified family of manufacturing companies serving four distinct markets Medical, Aerospace & Defense, Infrastructure, and Industrial. Our companies share a common set of values, a common management system, and a pervasive focus on quality, customer service and responsiveness. We've been around for nearly 100 years. By doing the right things well, we plan to be around for many more. Position Summary We are currently seeking Operational Excellence Engineer Interns for the summer of 2027 at our Cretex Medical business in Dassel, MN. The Engineering interns will provide technical support focusing on Manufacturing, Quality, or Operational Excellence projects. The intern will assist the Engineering department with projects from scope definition through implementation. Responsibilities Provide internal customer technical supportProvide technical support for manufacturing processesAssist with the implementation of process and design improvementsPartners with the other business segments sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance as neededUnderstands customer needs and the core business markets we serveParticipates in required company & department meetingsMaintains an organized work area (5S)Supports and complies with the company's Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements Qualifications Enrollment in a four-year degree program for Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial EngineeringDemonstrated software application skills in Word, PowerPoint, and ExcelAbility to read blueprintsAbility to use measuring devicesHave strong verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrate excellent interpersonal and team building skills to create effective working relationships with suppliers, and coworkersAbility to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks when neededAbility to use Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and ERP and other business-related systems Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law. USD $25.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.