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Waste Reduction Molding/Operations Intern

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BD

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Sandy

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in an accredited Engineering program (Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Biomedical) with a minimum 3.0 GPA and able to commute to Sandy, UT. COVID-19 vaccination proof may be needed.
  • You will optimize molding processes, reduce scrap, support engineering and operations, troubleshoot equipment, and apply Lean principles while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Requirements

  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited University/College Engineering program; preferred majors are Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Biomedical Engineering.
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Must be able to commute to BD Sandy, UT office.
  • For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
  • Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Responsibilities

  • Work with several departments including injection molding, operations, engineering and others to review tolerances of material being produced vs what assembly line can manage with minimal scrap.
  • Work with molding team to optimize machine setting for material delivery to internal customer.
  • Determine Centerline settings and proper cleaning and maintenance schedule of newly established machine parameters.
  • Create a master plan for production associates and maintenance personnel to adapt to keep line performance at optimal levels while maintaining target levels or below or scrap produced.
  • Design a planning schedule to optimize material produced from specific machines to run on lines attuned to those settings.
  • Provide daily project support to engineering, operations, or maintenance departments.
  • Work with production personnel to understand and improve operation of production equipment.
  • Work with production maintenance to develop the ability to perform routine troubleshooting and repair of production equipment.
  • Assist an engineering project leader by completing technical tasks such as design and solid modeling, coordinating purchasing or assembly of components, and implementing improvements using standard validation processes.
  • Intern will learn validation principles through BD validation training and then apply them under the supervision of a project engineer.
  • Intern will learn the basics of the Lean Manufacturing methodology through Operational Excellence training and will apply Lean tools in day-to-day problem solving.
  • Act as a team leader for smaller engineering projects or short-term production support projects.
  • Comply with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Comply with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures including RCRA Hazardous Waste regulations.
  • Comply with all local BD quality policies, procedures, and practices through consistent application of sound quality assurance principles.
  • Other duties as assigned.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

No, this position requires a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week at BD's Sandy, UT location.

What is the minimum number of hours expected per week for this internship?

Interns are expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week while also being enrolled in school.

What are the preferred majors for applicants?

The preferred majors for applicants are Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering.

Is there a GPA requirement for applicants?

Yes, applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

What type of supervision will the intern receive?

The intern will work under the general supervision of a BD Excellence Manager and will be involved in various assignments.

What departments will the intern work with?

The intern will collaborate with several departments including injection molding, operations, and engineering.

What kind of training will the intern receive?

The intern will learn validation principles through BD validation training, as well as Lean Manufacturing principles through Operational Excellence training.

Is transportation provided for the internship?

No, candidates must be able to commute to the BD Sandy, UT office independently.

Are there any specific safety regulations the intern must follow?

Yes, the intern must comply with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures, including RCRA Hazardous Waste regulations.

What is the focus of this internship?

The focus of this internship is to provide assistance in reducing waste on manufacturing lines and to gain hands-on work experience in the medical technology field.

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