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Quality Engineer Intern

CompanyBrasstech, Inc.
LocationSanta Ana
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 29, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will develop and update production work instructions to ensure safe and high-quality manufacturing. They will also participate in team-based process improvement activities such as 5S, kaizen, and lean manufacturing.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
117
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Brasstech is now Newport Brass. The same trusted pieces, the same excellence—brought together under one brand to carry the legacy forward. Since 1989, Newport Brass has set the standard for timeless design, enduring craftsmanship, and solid brass fixtures that define both heritage and modern sophistication. Rooted in Southern California, our brand reflects the balance of coastal elegance and American resilience. We believe true beauty is not fleeting—it’s forged. Every Newport Brass fixture is: - Crafted from solid brass for strength, durability, and precision - Assembled in-house by tenured hands with unmatched care - Offered in a curated palette of hand-applied finishes for timeless versatility From kitchens to baths, Newport Brass products embody permanence, provenance, and purpose. Our collections are celebrated by architects, designers, and homeowners who demand quality that lasts. More than decorative hardware, our fixtures are statements of intention—crafted to inspire today and endure for generations.
About the Role

 I.PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Under the direction of the Director of Lean Processes this person will be responsible for developing and updating production work instructions that relate to the safe, high quality and efficient manufacture of products at Brasstech.

II.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develops work instructions following standard format.
  • Distributes completed work instructions for approval and follows up to obtain approvals in a timely manner, making any corrections as deemed necessary.
  • Uploads approved work instructions to the Brasstech Intranet System.
  • Updates Work Instructions as required per Engineering Changes (EN’s) or process changes.
  • Participates in team-based process improvement activities:5S, kaizen, Lean Manufacturing practices, cost reduction, etc.

III.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • None

IV.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Student.
  • No experience necessary.
  • Experience working with MS Office software.

Company: Brasstech

Part time

Brasstech (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

Brasstech is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.

E-Verify Participation Poster: English & Spanish


E-verify Right to Work Poster: English, Spanish

Key Skills
Work instructionsLean manufacturing5SKaizenProcess improvementMS OfficeEngineering changesQuality control
Categories
EngineeringManufacturing