Lean Intern

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Job Summary: This role involves improving processes within new locomotive production and repaired items, collaborating with various departments, and implementing Lean culture. Key Highlights: 1. Opportunity to follow new projects and lead process improvements. 2. Work in a collaborative and dynamic environment with strong cross-departmental interaction. 3. Training in problem-solving with Lean Sensei. It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us. Who will you work with? You will join the Lean Manufacturing team, responsible for process improvement in new locomotive production and repaired items. You will work in a collaborative and dynamic environment with strong interface with manufacturing, quality, materials, and process departments. You will have direct contact with the entire Supply Chain structure and receive training in problem-solving with Lean Sensei. How will you make a difference? As an intern, you will have the opportunity to follow new projects and lead improvements in manufacturing processes and administrative systems. You will assist in project management, support the factory’s 5S program, support the Kaizen program, and assist in implementing Lean culture. Your ability to communicate effectively with all audiences—manufacturing and administrative—your teamwork skills, proactivity, initiative, and autonomy will be essential to success. What do we want to know about you? * Currently pursuing an Engineering degree with expected graduation starting from 2027. * Intermediate English proficiency; * Strong communication skills; * Creativity in problem-solving; * Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel). What will your day-to-day look like? * Assist in implementing continuous improvement projects in operational and administrative areas; * Assist in developing and implementing operational KPIs for operational control and establishing mechanisms such as Routine Management; * Lead root-cause-focused problem-solving discussions using the A3 tool; * Assist in executing and documenting Kaizens; * Conduct process mapping to ensure information flow, productivity improvements, and process standardization; * Conduct 5S audits. Who are we? Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity: Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated. To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.