Lean Intern

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Lean Intern at MKS Instruments, you will partner with the Operational Excellence (OPEX), Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to support continuous improvement initiatives, Lean projects, and operational excellence activities across the manufacturing organization. In this role, you will report to the Senior Manager, Lean Continuous Improvement.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Supporting Lean and Operational Excellence projects focused on improving productivity, quality, and process efficiency.
• Assisting in Kaizen, 6S, value stream mapping, and waste reduction activities across manufacturing operations.
• Collecting, analyzing, and presenting operational data to identify improvement opportunities and track project progress.
• Supporting the development of standard work instructions, visual management tools, and process documentation.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams on time studies, work measurements, layout improvements, and material flow optimization projects.
• Assisting with Lean training activities, continuous improvement events, and special projects as assigned.
• Travel Requirements: Up to 10% of travel may be required.

Skills You Bring:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related Engineering field.
• Internship experience or participation in university projects related to manufacturing, process improvement, or industrial engineering is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and Waste Elimination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• High proficiency in workflow automation software (e.g. Power Automate, SharePoint, Power BI)"
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

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