Intern - Industrial Engineer (Studying Bachelor Degree)

Western Digital is seeking an Industrial Engineer Intern to join their team. The intern will be responsible for analyzing and optimizing manufacturing processes, conducting work measurement and time studies, applying Lean principles for waste reduction, and supporting capacity planning. This role involves data collection and reporting to drive continuous improvement efforts within production. Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or management field and commit to a 4-6 month internship.

Must Have

• Study current manufacturing and production processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Recommend solutions to optimize throughput and reduce cycle times.
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish standard times for operations and develop a basis for labor costs.
• Apply Lean principles, including value stream mapping and Kaizen, to reduce waste and enhance productivity.
• Analyze production capacity, workforce availability, and equipment utilization to support efficient resource allocation and manage production demands.
• Understand OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
• Collect and analyze data on production rates, equipment performance, and operational metrics.
• Generate reports to communicate findings and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Pursuing a bachelor's in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, Statistics, Computer science, or a related field.
• Internship student in the cooperative education program (CWIE) is required to have an internship period of at least 4-6 months.

Good to Have

• Knowledge in capacity planning and supply chain planning in a manufacturing environment.
• Project experience related to Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies or any Productivity Improvement.
• Basic knowledge of statistical analysis and data interpretation.

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process Analysis & Optimization: Study current manufacturing and production processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement. Recommend solutions to optimize throughput and reduce cycle times.
• Work Measurement & Time Studies: Conduct time and motion studies to establish standard times for operations and develop a basis for labor costs.
• Lean Manufacturing & Waste Reduction: Apply Lean principles, including value stream mapping, and Kaizen, to reduce waste and enhance productivity.
• Capacity Planning & Resource Allocation: Analyze production capacity, workforce availability, and equipment utilization to support efficient resource allocation and manage production demands.
• Understand OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
• Data Collection & Reporting: Collect and analyze data on production rates, equipment performance, and operational metrics. Generate reports to communicate findings and support continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Pursuing a bachelor's in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, Statistics, Computer science, or a related field
• Internship student in the cooperative education program (CWIE) is required to have an internship period of at least 4-6 months

PREFERRED:

• Knowledge in a capacity planning and supply chain planning in a manufacturing environment
• Project Experienced related with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies or any Productivity Improvement
• Basic knowledge of statistical analysis and data interpretation.

SKILLS:

• Technical Proficiency: Basic knowledge of industrial engineering tools and concepts, such as time studies, line balancing, and layout optimization.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail when analyzing processes and identifying areas for improvement.
• Communication: Effective written and verbal communication skills to work with cross-functional teams and explain technical concepts to non-technical team members.
• Software Skills: Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) and exposure to CAD software (AutoCAD) for layout design.
• Project Management: Basic understanding of project planning, ability to prioritize tasks, and work efficiently to meet project deadlines.
• Demonstrate a good level of English proficiency

Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email compliance@wdc.com.