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About the job

As an integral member of our team, you will play a pivotal role, this internship offers a highly motivated and curious undergraduate or postgraduate student the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a repair shop environment while supporting critical operational projects. You will have the opportunity to work closely with the Greenwood Service Operations team to deliver two key assignments that impact facility operations and process improvement, contributing to the overall success and growth of our organization. Currently, this is a Hybrid opportunity located in Greenwood, IN.

As a part of the team, you will: 

Learning Objectives

• Gain practical experience in project coordination and vendor management.
• Develop understanding of mechanical and electrical aspects of industrial equipment.
• Learn data migration techniques and system integration processes.
• Understand ISO quality standards and compliance requirements.

Assignment 1: Facility Relocation Support

Objective: Assist the project team in the shutdown and relocation of a manufacturing facility and its equipment to a new site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with contractors and vendors for equipment disassembly, transport, and reinstallation.
• Understand basic mechanical and electrical requirements for moving mills, lathes, and other legacy machinery.
• Support scheduling and logistics for equipment relocation.
• Document processes and maintain compliance with safety standards.

• Assist with any additional tasks related to relocation, such as:
  • Inventorying equipment before and after the move.
  • Updating floor layouts and utility requirements.
  • Supporting risk assessments and contingency planning.
• Review and support modified design of test setup to update plumbing and mechanical systems for the HSS test pad location.

Assignment 2: Data Migration & Process Improvement

Objective: Support digital and operational improvements during system upgrades and ISO readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Migrate data and update quote, capacity, and planning systems.
• Assist the implementation team with the new inventory process.
• Review and update quality plans to ensure ISO compliance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and document changes.
• Provide testing and validation support for updated systems.

"We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games."

KEY COMPETENCIES NEEDED

• Customer Focus
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Demonstrated ability to work in a results-oriented, challenging environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

What you know:

This role requires a student enrolled or graduated from a Bachelors in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering degree program (other relevant engineering fields will also be considered)

• This program is designed for students that have finished their Junior or Senior year
• A GPA minimum of 3.0
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (including Word, Excel, Visio & PowerPoint).
• Ability to work up to 40 hours per week.
• Strong team collaboration and interpersonal communication skills required, to include verbal and written skills.
• Candidate must be adept at taking direction, work well within cross-functional teams, be curious to learn, and be customer focused.  Safe work practices, proper ethics, and attention to detail are required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and within a team environment.

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.  The base salary for this role is typically $21 - $24 hourly.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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