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Manufacturing Intern

CompanyAISIN World Corp. of America
LocationMarion
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 31, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The main objective of this position is to contribute to the overall profitability of the organization through downtime reduction activities utilizing tools and methods of the Toyota Production System. This includes equipment improvements, labor reduction activities, and process enhancements.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
676
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Based in Kariya City, Aichi, Japan, AISIN Corporation is a $35 billion Top 10 global Tier One supplier of automotive components and systems with over 200 consolidated companies spanning over 20 countries and some 120,000 employees. In North America, Aisin Group companies have sales of more than $5 billion with 14,000 employees and 36 manufacturing, sales, and R & D centers, including FT-Techno of America, an 950-acre test track and proving ground in Fowlerville, Michigan. Currently, Aisin is ranked sixth and thirteenth as the largest supplier in the world and in North America, respectively. Superior products through engineering excellence, progressive technological development and dedication to service are some factors which have contributed to bringing AISIN to its position as a multi-award-winning global leader in automotive parts. Our intense focus on research and development is the commitment that enables our company to offer vital, leading edge technology to the automotive industry.
About the Role

Summary

The main objective of this position is to contribute to the overall profitability of the organization through downtime reduction activities utilizing tools and methods of the Toyota Production System. 

These activities can be, but are not limited to, activities such as equipment improvements to increase productivity, labor reduction activities, process and material flow improvements, energy consumption reduction, and documentation/yokoten of processes using existing systems within the plant.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Safety minded
  • Well versed in all Microsoft Office application including Access.
  • Excellent communication skills - both oral and written such as email, and proven ability to work across multiple departments to complete objectives.

  • Very strong computer skills including experience/proficiency with computer programming.

  • General understanding of production processes and machinery.

  • Experience with surface and through mount electronics.

  • Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
  • Experience with parts and information flow throughout a manufacturing system.

  • Define improvement ideas and present to various levels of management.

  • Ability to self-manage projects and time.

  • Working knowledge of Toyota Production System a plus.

  • Participate in Cross Functional Teams as assigned.

  • Support other departments as needed.

  • Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Will perform other reasonably related tasks within the Company as required by the Supervisor or Management.

 

Salary: $19.00 per hour

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent written communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Excellent cooperative personality
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays
  • ability to interact well with coworkers
  • Ability to understand, follow and implement posted work rules and company procedures 
  • Excel programming/document linking
  • Quick learner and positive attitude
  • Ability to manage several ongoing projects at once

Qualifications, Education & Experience Required

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Current student in related technical field preffered.

Work Environment

Some dust, noise ,oils, grease, grinding debris, compressed air, metal shavings, propane, solvents and occasional heavy lifting.

Exposed to hazardous machinery and/or conditions that could result in injury up to and including fatality if safety measures are not followed and adhered to.

Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, fumes and oils. The performance of this position normally

 

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.
Physical Demands / Requirements(0-33%)(34-66%)(67-100%)
1. StandingX  
2.  Walking X 
3.  Sitting  X
4.  Lifting (weight 40 lb)X  
5.  Heaviest Weight Lifted (40 lb)X  
6.  Carrying (weight 40 lb)X  
7.  Heavy Weight Carried (40 lb)X  
8.  Pushing/PullingX  
9.  Weight Pushed/Pulled (40 lb)X  
10. ClimbingX  
11. BalancingX  
12. Bending/StoopX  
13. CrawlingX  
14. ReachingX  
15. Reach Above ShoulderX  
16. Work Above ShoulderX  
17. Walk on Uneven GroundX  
18. Fine ManipulationX  
19. Gross ManipulationX  
20. Simple GraspingX  
21. Power GripX  
22. Hand TwistingX  
23. Twisting of bodyX  
24. KneelingX  
25. CrouchingX  

 

The duties listed above are intended only a illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of dutiesdoes not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, relatedor logical assignment to the position.

 

Qualifications

Summary

The main objective of this position is to contribute to the overall profitability of the organization through downtime reduction activities utilizing tools and methods of the Toyota Production System. 

These activities can be, but are not limited to, activities such as equipment improvements to increase productivity, labor reduction activities, process and material flow improvements, energy consumption reduction, and documentation/yokoten of processes using existing systems within the plant.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Safety minded
  • Well versed in all Microsoft Office application including Access.
  • Excellent communication skills - both oral and written such as email, and proven ability to work across multiple departments to complete objectives.

  • Very strong computer skills including experience/proficiency with computer programming.

  • General understanding of production processes and machinery.

  • Experience with surface and through mount electronics.

  • Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
  • Experience with parts and information flow throughout a manufacturing system.

  • Define improvement ideas and present to various levels of management.

  • Ability to self-manage projects and time.

  • Working knowledge of Toyota Production System a plus.

  • Participate in Cross Functional Teams as assigned.

  • Support other departments as needed.

  • Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Will perform other reasonably related tasks within the Company as required by the Supervisor or Management.

 

Salary: $18.40 per hour

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent written communication skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Excellent cooperative personality
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays
  • ability to interact well with coworkers
  • Ability to understand, follow and implement posted work rules and company procedures 
  • Excel programming/document linking
  • Quick learner and positive attitude
  • Ability to manage several ongoing projects at once

Qualifications, Education & Experience Required

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Current student in related technical field preffered.

Work Environment

Some dust, noise ,oils, grease, grinding debris, compressed air, metal shavings, propane, solvents and occasional heavy lifting.

Exposed to hazardous machinery and/or conditions that could result in injury up to and including fatality if safety measures are not followed and adhered to.

Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, fumes and oils. The performance of this position normally

 

Physical Demands/Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee.

Physical Demands / Requirements(0-33%)(34-66%)(67-100%)
1. StandingX  
2.  Walking X 
3.  Sitting  X
4.  Lifting (weight 40 lb)X  
5.  Heaviest Weight Lifted (40 lb)X  
6.  Carrying (weight 40 lb)X  
7.  Heavy Weight Carried (40 lb)X  
8.  Pushing/PullingX  
9.  Weight Pushed/Pulled (40 lb)X  
10. ClimbingX  
11. BalancingX  
12. Bending/StoopX  
13. CrawlingX  
14. ReachingX  
15. Reach Above ShoulderX  
16. Work Above ShoulderX  
17. Walk on Uneven GroundX  
18. Fine ManipulationX  
19. Gross ManipulationX  
20. Simple GraspingX  
21. Power GripX  
22. Hand TwistingX  
23. Twisting of bodyX  
24. KneelingX  
25. CrouchingX  

The duties listed above are intended only a illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.

 

Key Skills
Safety MindedMicrosoft OfficeCommunication SkillsComputer ProgrammingProduction ProcessesElectronicsCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingProject ManagementToyota Production SystemCross Functional TeamsTime ManagementExcel ProgrammingPositive AttitudeCooperative PersonalityHeavy Lifting
Categories
ManufacturingEngineeringTechnology