Manufacturing Intern - Automation

AvtechTyee is seeking an energetic, inquisitive, and disciplined Manufacturing Automation Intern for projects covering the automation of soldering processes within our Audio value stream. The candidate will interface with several critical functional groups within the business, including: Operations, Quality, and technology suppliers. The candidate will contribute to a team that works with a collaborative robot supplier to develop more efficient and repeatable soldering processes on the manufacturing line. This is a project-based, process-focused role where the candidate will be challenged to think outside the box to drive process improvement. The candidate will rely on skills relating to engineering, business operations management, lean manufacturing, and professional oral and written communication.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Work with Production Supervisor and Robotics supplier to implement cobot technology automating soldering processes Develop process documentation, such as written and/or video work instructions, prior to deployment to production Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Desired Education and Experience

Bachelors degree in progress in Business Operations Management, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Or equivalent combination of education and experience

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Requirements

Must be a United States Person ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee

Desired Skills:

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Required Strong focus and attention to detail Excellent problem solving and decision making skills Ability to work independently with limited supervision Ability to work effectively as part of a team Ability to quickly master new skills in a rapidly changing business environment

Project Description

As part of our continuous improvement efforts, Avtech Tyee is exploring new avenues to gain improved efficiency, quality, and scalability in our manufacturing operations through the use of collaborative robots, also known as cobots. Our Audio value stream has been identified as the trial area. Your role would be to work with the Audio Production Supervisor and the cobot supplier to implement the cobot technology and create new process documentation (i.e. work instructions) to be used in the setup and operation of the new processes, prior to the deployment of the cobot technology. In addition, you will be challenged to identify additional processes that could benefit from similar technology.
Project Deliverables:

Deployment of Cobot soldering process Process documentation including written and/or video work instructions Foster healthy working relationships with cobot supplier, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Manager using effective communication skills Learn and understand current processes and future process needs, become familiar with cobot technology Formal project report out and presentation to the leadership team

Intern will complete a confidential pre-internship survey describing goals and expectations and a confidential post-internship survey evaluating the program, the department, and the company as a whole. Human Resources will use this information to provide feedback and coaching to employees involved in the program and to drive improvements to the Internship Program overall.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear and occasionally required to climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities usually required by this job include close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

About AvtechTyee

Since 1969 AvtechTyee has been a leader in the design, development, and manufacture of electronic systems for the aerospace industry, with a focus in five product groups: Communications, Power Lighting and Control, Electro-Mechanical, Switches and Connectors and Indicators. AvtechTyee s products are flying onboard 42 aircraft types within the air transport, regional commuter, and business jet sectors, serving 450 customers in 49 countries of the world. Our versatility in supporting aerospace electronics requirements ranges from the custom design and manufacturing of complex power supplies to complete Digital Audio Systems. The innovative design teams at AvtechTyee help anchor our competitive edge in this industry as we offer a broad range of system solutions and a proven ability to design and manufacture equipment requiring power conversion, digital electronics, and software capabilities. AvtechTyee is certified to ISO9001, AS9100 and the FAAs ACSEP. Product Support includes in-house repair services (FAA approved Repair Station #IG6R621N), loaner/exchange programs, and both in-house and offsite airline training.

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