Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Manufacturing Engineering Intern (Paid, Part-Time, 2025)

Jireh Metals, Grandville, MI | Up to 24 hrs/week (Q1 2025)

Reporting to: Director of Finance

Potential renewal for 2026

About the Role

Want to see how engineering, operations, and data come together to shape the future of manufacturing? At Jireh Metals, we’re looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering Intern to jump in and help us make our operations smarter, faster, and more efficient. You’ll work directly on projects that improve the shop floor, streamline our ERP system, and even leverage operational metrics and AI to guide decision-making.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Run time and cost studies to identify process improvements.

- Support ERP process mapping and system improvements.

- Take on a flagship project: connect shop floor data, operational metrics, and AI into one platform to help leadership make smarter, data-driven decisions.

- Create or update standard operating procedures and process docs.

- Collect and analyze data, turning insights into action.

- Collaborate with engineers, operators, and finance to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

What We’re Looking For

- 3rd year or higher in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering.

- Strong problem-solving skills with an interest in data + manufacturing.

- Comfortable with Excel, ERP systems, and documentation.

- Clear communicator and strong team player.

- Curious, motivated, and ready to learn on the shop floor.

Why You’ll Love It

This isn’t a “coffee run” internship—you’ll be working on real projects with measurable outcomes. You’ll gain experience in ERP, process improvement, and even how AI can be applied to manufacturing metrics, giving you an edge in both engineering and data-driven problem-solving.

Job Type: Internship

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Benefits:

- Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person