Industrial Engineer Intern
Zekelman Industries
Assist in process improvement, data analysis, and time studies at a steel pipe plant.
23 days ago ago
Entry-level
Internship
Niles, OH
Onsite
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Steel Manufacturing
Structural Steel
Pipe Manufacturing
Welding
Fabrication
Sector Specialisms
Construction
Manufacturing
Structural Steel
Pipe Manufacturing
Modular Building Solutions
Electrical Conduit
Fire Sprinkler Pipe
Galvanized Mechanical Tubing
Role
What you would be doing
root cause
capacity measurement
data analysis
process improvement
kpis development
safety compliance
- Collaborate with production, quality, and finance teams to investigate root causes of yield loss and implement corrective actions
- Measure process outputs to determine equipment capacity and identify potential bottlenecks
- Maintain accurate daily records of observations, data, and findings
- Conduct time studies across different production stages to support the development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Assist in testing and validating process improvement experiments
- Collect and analyze data using statistical tools to evaluate current process performance
- Promote healthy and safe work practices in compliance with Zekelman policy and regulatory standards
- Propose and develop process improvement techniques aimed at reducing waste and increasing efficiency
- Analyze prime net yield data to identify trends and maximize production profitability
- Prepare and manage Excel documents to support data tracking and reporting
- Summarize findings and present actionable recommendations to site leadership
What you bring
engineering degree
microsoft office
manufacturing
team player
communication
travel
- Collaborative team player with the ability to coordinate with multiple departments
- Available to travel for the Internship Summit, hosted at a Zekelman Industries location
- This role is open to candidates who are authorized to work in the United States, including those on F-1 CPT/OPT or J-1 visas.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented and highly organized with strong analytical abilities
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related engineering field (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science or Systems preferred)
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Hands-on engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting
- Opportunities to analyze and improve real production systems
- Access to company-wide networking events, team-building activities, and learning sessions
- Regular coaching and feedback to support personal and professional growth
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Overview
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90 Days
Career Development Timeline
Employees transition from a red hat to a green hat status within their first 90 days, signifying growth and readiness for advanced responsibilities.
- Integrity
- Never Stand Still
- People First
- Great Isn’t Easy
- No Short Cuts
- Value Over Cost
- A team-driven environment where people work together like a family
- Open-door policy and open and honest communication with leadership
- Support for individual growth and career development
- Involvement in team committees and direct feedback loops with senior leaders
- Incentive bonuses tied to performance
- Receptive to new ideas, exchanging different points of view
$200+ million
Investment in Sustainable Facilities
Invested over $200 million in modernizing manufacturing facilities with a focus on automation, hot-dip galvanization, and environmental friendliness.
11.3 million metric tons
CO₂ Emissions Reduction Potential
U.S. domestic steel production could reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 11.3 million metric tons annually by replacing steel imports.
13%
Emissions Reduction Share
This reduction represents 13% of the U.S. steel industry's total emissions.
- Claim facilities are among the cleanest steel manufacturers with the lowest CO₂ emissions in the world
- Domestic manufacturing reduces reliance on overseas shipping, avoiding increased pollution from long-distance transport
- Continuous investments focused on producing more sustainably via facility modernization, automated warehouses, loading cranes, and expanded galvanization
72% Employee Approval
Employee Approval of CEO
72% of employees approve of the company's CEO, reflecting a positive sentiment among the workforce.
Gender Distribution
Employee Ratings by Gender
Women gave an average rating of 3.0 stars, while men gave an average rating of 2.3 stars on Glassdoor reviews.
3.4 Stars Diversity Rating
Diversity & Inclusion Rating
The company received a 3.4-star rating for Diversity & Inclusion on Glassdoor, reflecting employee sentiment on this topic.
- No specific internal DEI strategic goals disclosed publicly
- No reported gender-based hiring or promotion targets
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