Operations Intern

About the role

We are looking for an Operations Intern to join our team at our Lansing location. Avancez Assembly is a people-focused, service-minded, and results-oriented organization that offers creative problem solving, progressive solutions, and improved outcomes. We are committed to a culture of excellence, with a focus on best practices and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the company’s quality policies, values, and philosophies.
• Help facilitate team member training, including onboarding, on-the-job training, and creating or modifying training content.
• Adhere to Quality philosophies and policies.
• Audit compliance to the versatility matrix, direct labor performance evaluations, and similar processes.
• Actively participate in daily 5S activities.
• Drive safety culture and promote safety as a personal value.
• Comply with all national, local, and Company policies and regulations.
• Assist with audit processes to identify gaps in policies and procedures and implement corrective actions for nonconformities (PVS, SOT, 5S).
• Validate daily operational documents.
• Participate in engagement activities.
• Actively participate in staffing and scheduling activities.
• Be a collaborative partner and actively communicate with all departments within the facility.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year or equivalent in an accredited college pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field.
• Minimum cumulative GPA average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Previous work experience preferred.
• Highly experienced in Microsoft Office suite.

Skills

• Ability to use data-based decision making and problem solving.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work activities.
• Must be able to function well in a team environment.
• Ability to build positive relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Windows applications and Microsoft Office Suite.