Gotion, Inc.
Junior Lean Engineer
Manteno, Illinois · Junior · Internship
No sponsorship$65k-$70kDetected 1 day ago
Data AnalysisExcelProcess ImprovementMechanical DesignLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingPublic SpeakingLean Manufacturing
About the role
- Assist in identifying production losses related to downtime, inefficiencies, defects, and material flow.
- Participate in root cause analysis activities using Lean problem‑solving methods (5 Why, PDCA, basic A3).
- Participate in Kaizen events and Lean improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
Responsibilities
- Support Lean Engineers and Leadership in analyzing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) data, including Availability, Performance, and Quality.
- Help implement improvement actions and verify their effectiveness through data tracking.
- Support cross‑functional teams including Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering.
- Collect data, document current‑state processes, and help develop standard work and visual controls.
- Support the creation and maintenance of visual management boards for OEE and KPI tracking.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in team environments.
Nice to have
- Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or Operations coursework.
- Experience using Excel for data analysis (pivot tables, charts, basic formulas).
- Familiarity with manufacturing concepts such as OEE, takt time, or process flow.
- Interest in EVs, batteries, energy storage, or advanced manufacturing
- This provides you with the opportunity to progress as you grow and advance your career at Gotion.
- Gotion Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
- Internship, co‑op, or academic project experience in manufacturing or engineering is a plus.
Skills
- Use Excel and basic statistical tools to analyze manufacturing data and identify trends.
Compensation
- The US base salary range for this full-time position is $65-70K + 15% bonus + benefits.
Company info
- We are seeking a motivated, detail‑oriented new graduate Lean Engineer to join our battery manufacturing team.
Visa & Work Authorization
- "Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship.
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