Manufacturing Engineer Intern - Summer 2025 (TXWORKS)

Summary:

If you are looking to gain real-world experience in manufacturing, we have an exciting opportunity at Frozen Beverage Dispensers. As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you will work alongside professionals to develop a structure training program for new production operators. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to apply your academic knowledge, enhance your practical skills, and work in a dynamic and supportive environment with cross-functional teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Gain in-depth understanding of manufacturing processes, machinery, and efficiency optimization techniques, applying principles of manufacturing engineering to develop effective work instructions and training materials for new hires.
• Utilize data analysis and statistics to refine and optimize training process effectiveness.
• Support the implementation of digital tools and metrics to measure training success.
• Develop a comprehensive training program, including any necessary fixtures, for onboarding new operators utilizing new process development techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the training process aligns with operational needs and improves operator development.
• Integrate findings from Layered Process Audits (LPA) and other continuous improvement initiatives into training content.
• Assist in creating and developing a maintenance plan for training documents, presentations, and instructional materials.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to gather insights and feedback for training development.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Strong interest in process development within the manufacturing industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and safety standards is a plus.
• Experience with Power BI and/or SQL for data visualization and reporting a plus.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Must be able to pass a background check and a drug test.

Physical Demands:

• Required to stand, walk, balance, have eye/hand/foot coordination, reach, grasp, occasionally sit.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• This position works in a typical office and manufacturing environment.
• Clarity of vision including the ability to appropriately differentiate colors.
• Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds.

Additional Information:

This internship position is part of the  TXWORKS - Student program. Interested applicants will complete the Student Eligibility Form to get started. TXWORKS-eligible students participating in TXWORKS internships earn a minimum of $20 per hour for at least 8 weeks / 96 hours for internship opportunities. TXWORKS student participants submit their letter of eligibility with the record ID and their college transcript (official or unofficial) with their internship application.

FBD is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need.