Manufacturing Operations Intern

Job Description

Manufacturing Operations Intern

We are seeking a motivated and detail oriented intern to join our Operations team. This internship offers the opportunity to gain practical experience in a regulated manufacturing environment while supporting problem-solving, troubleshooting, process improvement, and operational performance activities.

Responsibilities

• Support problem-solving and troubleshooting activities related to manufacturing equipment, processes, and operational issues.
• Assist with data gathering, root cause analysis, and implementation of improvement actions to support right-first-time execution and operational performance.
• Work with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Technical Operations, Automation, Maintenance, and Learning and Development to resolve issues and improve process reliability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, visual management updates, and actions linked to manufacturing performance.
• Develop process flow diagrams and simple decision aids to improve process understanding and consistency where required.
• Contribute to updates of procedures, work instructions, and training materials where necessary to support manufacturing operations.
• Work in line with site safety, GMP, data integrity, and documentation expectations.

Qualifications

Required

• Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, and troubleshooting
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Proactive mindset with willingness to learn and take ownership of tasks
• Basic analytical skills and comfortable working with data and process information
• Good computer skills, including all Microsoft Office applications
• Awareness of compliance, quality, and safety expectations in a regulated environment

Preferred

• Exposure to problem-solving tools such as root cause analysis, 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams, or similar
• Experience with continuous improvement tools or manufacturing support activities
• Experience creating flow diagrams, visuals, or process maps
• Interest in pharmaceutical, biotech, or GMP-regulated manufacturing environment

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Required Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Health Economics, Office Applications, Process Improvements, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Technical Support, Technical Training, Workload Prioritization

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

09/16/2026

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