Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Company Overview

ZF is a global technology company supplying systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology, enabling the next generation of mobility. ZF allows vehicles to see, think and act. In the four technology domains of Vehicle Motion Control, Integrated Safety, Automated Driving, and Electric Mobility, ZF offers comprehensive product and software solutions for established vehicle manufacturers and newly emerging transport and mobility service providers. ZF electrifies a wide range of vehicle types. With its products, the company contributes to reducing emissions, protecting the climate and enhancing safe mobility.

SUMMARY:  

Under the general direction of the Manufacturing Engineering Leader carries out the following responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned as needed or requested.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the goals to strengthen the overall production operations of ZF Off-Highway.
• Create routings, setup sheets, quality control plans, work instructions, cleaning and handling processes and review test specifications.
• Responsible for processing engineering change notices (ECNs) related to the production processes.  Review prints, change production revision levels, process changes, and update documentation as needed or required.
• Work with internal costing teams and conduct detailed costing of production assembly processes, tooling, and equipment utilizing Micro Estimating software.
• Lead PFMEA (Process failure modes and effects analysis) process team to complete PFMEA analysis in a timely manner on all projects assigned to specific product groups. Will assist others with product FMEAs as requested.
• Develop and implement verified processes with detailed associated documents and work instructions.
• Work with supervisors, managers, and lead persons in the manufacturing areas of MICO to analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow.  Design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Create innovative processes for the manufacture, assembly, and test of ZF Off-Highway products, using product-specific fixturing and automated systems to increase throughput, capture data, and reduce expenses.
• Confer with vendor and process suppliers to determine product specifications and make suggestions regarding purchasing of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluate products according to specifications and quality standards. Request quotations from suppliers as needed.
• Conduct observation and analysis of personnel and work procedures to determine time and motion requirements of job duties. 
• Analyze work-study data and equipment specifications to establish time and production standards (time studies).
• Recommend methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, and relocating workstations and equipment.
• Perform other duties such as production tooling design, time and motion studies, implementation of special systems design, and address any environmental and safety issues or concerns. 
• Lead problem-solving sessions such as root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and mistake proofing. Support the assembly department with any associated method for requests for support.
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment to identify problems.
• Assist in dismantling defective machines and equipment; and install new or repaired parts.
• Troubleshoot, install, and repair electrical apparatus, such as transformers, wiring, and electrical, and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
• Look for and recommend product and process improvements in support of corporate goals, objectives, and activities.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Pursuit of a degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. 
• Must have and maintain a valid Minnesota Drivers License.
• Ability to read English, analyze, and interpret technical and numeric data and technical procedures. 
• Ability to write reports justifications, timelines, procedures, and business correspondence. 
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, vendors, and customers.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. 
• Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran