Job Title: Quality Engineer Intern
FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt
Department: Quality Engineering  
Reports to: Quality Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
As a Supply Chain Intern, you will get broad exposure to our Quality Engineering organization and leadership team. Our interns gain invaluable job experience, career development and leadership opportunities. You will receive both technical and leadership training to enhance your skill set. Interns work with cross-functional teams to drive performance improvements and receive a great introduction to our collaborative, fun and engaging culture. Interns will identify, work on, and present a project that will benefit you as well as the plant facility and our organization. This position is administrative support driven. It collaborates with all parties in the Quality Engineering department, and performs functions, and ensuring products, processes, and systems meet established quality standards and customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Functional & Technical Skills

Assist in the review and analysis of Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) and corrective actions.Support root cause analysis and problem-solving activities using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, or Pareto Charts.Participate in supplier quality activities, including reviewing supplier documentation and assisting with incoming inspection processes.Assist in the development, review, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, and templates.Support the collection and analysis of quality metrics (e.g., defect rates, first-pass yield, rework percentage).Contribute to continuous improvement projects (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen events).Assist in preparation for internal and external audits (ISO 9001 or other applicable standards).Document findings and prepare reports or presentations for the Quality team and leadership.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

>3.0 cumulative overall GPA or better (on a 4.0 scale). Currently a full-time student, junior status or higher pursuing a Bachelor’s in Engineering, or related business discipline. The individual shall also have completed the "core" coursework for his/her chosen discipline.Strong initiative and ability to in teams and individually without direct supervision. Proficient in basic computer programs/business software: Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.Must be willing to relocate in commutable distance to Hamel, MN from approximately June–August 2025 and able to work for a minimum of 11 weeks.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and critical thinking skills.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Resourceful and innovative in finding solutions to ambiguous problems.Self-starter with ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong commitment to a career in Quality Engineering in a manufacturing company.Demonstrated analytic approach to problem-solving.Knowledge of LEAN or Continuous Improvement practices.Leadership experience in student groups, volunteer experience & related extracurriculars.Prior work on projects in a team environment (relevant academic projects and/or previous internship experience).

WORKING CONDITIONS: 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computerMay lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation. 

Starting pay for the position is between $21.50 to $22.50

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