About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in Cannon Falls, Minnesota. You will work on-site with the Adhesive Technologies business unit to support process improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives. The internship runs from May 24th through August 13th.
What you'll do#
- Work on process improvement projects to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
- Collaborate with industry experts to solve technical challenges and optimize production processes.
- Support Kaizen events and perform root cause analysis to troubleshoot defects, bottlenecks, or quality issues.
- Implement improvements like cycle time reduction and yield optimization, then measure the impact on performance metrics.
- Create standard work instructions and visual aids to improve workflow consistency and operator training.
- Collect and analyze data regarding scrap rates and downtime to recommend solutions for cost savings and productivity gains.
What you'll need#
- Currently an undergraduate student graduating in 2027 or 2028, or a graduate student pursuing a degree.
- Academic background in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or Data Science.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions and data modeling.
- Experience with Power BI, specifically DAX and Power Query for data transformation and visualization.
- A strong foundation in statistical analysis and the interpretation of data.
Location & details#
- Location: Cannon Falls, MN.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $22-$27 per hour.
- Note: This position does not offer a housing stipend or relocation support.
About Henkel
Henkel operates in the manufacturing sector with a focus on adhesive technologies and consumer brands. The company maintains a global presence with headquarters in Düsseldorf, Germany. It employs approximately 47,000 people across its two primary business units. The firm manages brands such as Persil, Schwarzkopf, and Loctite.
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