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Co-Op

CompanySMS group Inc
LocationWashington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 19, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Co-Op/Intern will collaborate with all workshop departments to ensure the accuracy of all components throughout the assembly process. Duties include performing complex disassembly and assembly work, various testing procedures, cleaning, painting, and operating material handling equipment.
Internship Type
part time no ben
Salary Range
$20 - $22
Company Size
901
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
SMS group Inc. is responsible for new equipment sales, upgrades and modernizations for North American metals producers, and is a world leader in outsourced maintenance services for the steel and non-ferrous metals industry. SMS group Inc., a member of the SMS group family, is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. At SMS group Inc., we are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants - all from a single source. Apart from traditional refurbishment services for all major OEM equipment, you can also take advantage of our comprehensive field services and modernization projects. Steel production is our largest market, where we supply world class new equipment and actively support operations and maintenance devising solutions throughout the process from melting and casting to rolling and finishing. In addition to new equipment supply, our Forging division has experienced maintenance specialists who focus on closed and open-die forging, powder metal presses, extrusion presses, and ring rolling. New equipment supply, maintenance services, and spare parts inside the aluminum industry crosses a wide variety of products including flat rolling mill equipment, plate stretchers and extrusion presses. For tubes and pipes, our unique broad know-how covers the complete line of processes from ERW to spiral welded pipe as well as seamless producing operations utilizing equipment from cold drawing and pilger mills to piercing mills. It is our commitment to be the Leading Partner for our customers guiding and assisting our customers to make equipment and process decisions that allow them to remain competitive in an ever evolving global market, and serve as a single source for new equipment, maintenance and spare parts that our customers can trust and value.
About the Role

Job Description


Co-Op/Intern - Will work with all departments of the work shop to ensure accuracy of all components of the assembly process.

 

Who we are

At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset.  We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion.  We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located. 

www.sms-group.us

 

The right candidate may be assigned to assist with/or learn from the following:

  • Safety minded worker who is drug free and dependable with an excellent attendance record
  •  Reports and/or corrects all unsafe conditions immediately
  •  Reports any safety incidents prior to the end of the shift
  •  Performs complex disassembly and assembly work duties
  •  Performs cleaning, grinding, painting, hydrostatic testing, hydraulic testing, flame testing, and all related tasks to buildings, equipment, components, and subassemblies
  •  Basic welding/burning functions. Performs heating required for some assemblies
  •  Performs grit blasting and steam cleanings
  •  Moves equipment and parts using the fork truck, crane, or other material handling equipment
  •  Performs clean up of work area and surrounding areas and keeps work area organized
  •  Assists other employees as directed by management or group leaders
  •  Completes forms, routers, and related paperwork
  •  Mentors other employees as needed
  •  All other assigned duties and tasks

 

 What you'll need

  • Hazard Recognition - knows/understands hazards of the job assignments before starting a job
  •  Communication - effectively communicates with other employees
  •  Basic Measuring - use various measuring devices and gages as required
  •  Basic computer skills is preferred

 

Education

  •  High school diploma or GED preferred
  •  Reading/writing skills (literacy) as required
  •  Mathematics - knows basic shop math and other functions necessary for the job

 

What we offer

Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more!

 

What we do

SMS group is the leading partner in the world of metals.  We are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants-all from a single source. 

 

SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test. 


 

 



Key Skills
Safety MindednessHazard RecognitionCommunicationBasic MeasuringBasic Computer SkillsShop MathDisassemblyAssemblyGrindingPaintingHydrostatic TestingHydraulic TestingFlame TestingGrit BlastingSteam CleaningMaterial Handling
Categories
ManufacturingEngineeringTrades
Benefits
Competitive CompensationMedical CoverageDental CoverageVision CoveragePaid Holiday Time401k With A Company MatchTrainingTuition Reimbursement Program
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