Continuous Improvement Intern

Position

Continuous Improvement Intern

Location

US format: Arden, NC

About Us

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner, we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Our Culture

BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and vision for the future. We offer positions locally and globally with over 80 locations in 19 countries.

If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our mission and vision, you are invited to submit an application for consideration.

You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and skills with us.

For a listing of Asheville/Arden openings: BorgWarner Openings

Job Purpose

The BorgWarner Arden campus offers two world class technical centers and a cutting-edge manufacturing facility that designs and produces turbos, fan, and fan drive components for the automotive industry. The Arden campus offers a multitude of career opportunities and is in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.

Responsible for supporting the implementation of Arden Production System (Lean and Continuous Improvement system and culture) through the execution of individual tasks and small projects.

Key Responsibilities

• •Support implementation for the Arden Plant Digitization Project including Charter, Resources, RASIC, Timing, Budget, and Communication plans. These projects incorporate Project Management, Industrial Engineering, and Lean/Continuous Improvement elements.
• •Interface with cross functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, IT and Finance.
• •Leading the improvement, execution, and sustainability plan for a time-study program to support yearly time and cost standards for a Tier 1 automotive supplier’s production machining and assembly lines.
• •Performs tasks in support of the implementation of Arden Production System (Lean and Continuous Improvement system and culture) such as: communications, 5S+ activities, standard work development, time studies, KPI (key performance indicator / metrics) analysis and visual presentation, and problem solving.
• •Run small projects in support of Arden Production System: understand objectives (the what), develop and gain alignment on a project plan (the how), execute the project plan, perform PDCA (plan, do, check, adjust), communicate status
• •Understands and adheres to current Quality policies and controls
• •Understands and adheres to plant requirements, processes, and procedures per the HR Handbook
• •Understands and adheres to current plant requirements, processes, and procedures related to Environmental, Health, and Safety.
• •Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

What we are looking for

• •Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar technical degree.
• •Technical competence, problem solving, organization, and communication skills required
• •Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software required
• •Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• •Comfort with independently coordinating and conducting meetings / discussions
• •Experience working in cross / multi-functional teams preferred
• •Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
• •Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts preferred
• •Understanding of engineering and manufacturing functions within the automotive supplier market segment preferred

What we offer

All positions start at an above market pay rate for that position. Benefits are also above market and include the below for all student employees:

• •Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
• •All positions are paid opportunities based on college class standing
• •Housing support and travel reimbursement according to policy requirements

Join the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world. For more information about BorgWarner, please visit www.borgwarner.com

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