Manufacturing Technician Intern 2026

This role follows an onsite work model, requiring employees to be in our local office at least four days per week. Corporate housing and relocation are available for those who are eligible. Your responsibilities will include: Comply with all safety protocols, including Quality System Regulations (QSR) and ISO 13485 standards for medical device manufacturing. Perform equipment setup, calibration, and preventive/corrective maintenance to ensure consistent production performance. Assist in equipment validation and qualification activities to support yield improvement and cycle time reduction. Troubleshoot equipment issues and implement root cause-based corrective actions in collaboration with engineering teams. Monitor and interpret operating data to perform real-time adjustments to fixtures, instruments, or automated systems. Draft, revise, and maintain technical documentation, including work instructions, maintenance procedures, and calibration protocols. Support tooling and fixture selection, procurement, and implementation for new or improved manufacturing processes. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, such as 5S, Kaizen, or waste reduction projects. Must be a current student in an Associates degree or the first or second year of Bachelors degree. Must have at least one semester left after experience to be eligible. Majoring in Automated Systems & Robotics, Drafting & Design, Machine Tool Technology, Welding, 3D Printing, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Industrial Controls, or a related technical major. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and enthusiasm for building, repairing, or maintaining mechanical systems Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance in a regulated environment. Willingness to learn and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and documentation protocols. Familiarity with 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or Inventor) for mechanical design and documentation. Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, or troubleshooting mechanical assemblies in academic or personal projects. Medical Device industry experience. Exposure to continuous improvement principles or lean manufacturing concepts is a plus. Effective communication skills for sharing technical insights with team members. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional engineering environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, self-starter mindset.