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Position Overview
The mission of the Operations Intern is to ensure the highest standards of product quality and compliance by mastering our assembly processes and helping in the launch of new production processes. You will drive improvements while meeting goals of quality, cost and delivery for our customers. This position is for Summer 2027.
Quick Summary
The Operations Intern will support the department by actively participating in assembly and manufacturing processes. You will have the opportunity to master our procedures and protocols while developing new ways to improve our processes. You will be leading or assisting in projects aimed at improving safety, quality and efficiency within the operations department. You will be able to collaborate with the engineering team to provide feedback on design and assembly processes in a medical device manufacturing setting. This role provides an opportunity to apply theoretical learnings to real-world experiences in a manufacturing environment with a strong emphasis on hands-on assembly experience.
To be successful the candidate must be self-motivated, possess excellent communication skills, time/project management skills, a positive attitude, be able to keep timely consistent and accurate records of work. In our business, it is critical the candidate can demonstrate a solid understanding of the importance of quality.
Key Performance Objectives
Short Term: (0 to 3 months)
- Learn KEIND Quality system requirements
- Learn Good Documentation Practices
- Build relationships with Operations, Quality, Warehouse and Engineering groups
- Self-sufficient in assembly and packaging jobs
- Records complete and accurate information for Device History Records per Good Manufacturing Practices
- Performing root cause analysis and suggesting improvements to the process
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Kimball Electronics we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, medical condition or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We will consider for employment qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law (including, for example, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for roles based in San Francisco).
