Mechanical Industrial Engineering Intern

Hayward Holdings Inc. (NYSE "HAYW") is the largest manufacturer of residential swimming pool equipment in the world, with a significant presence in the commercial pool market that is continuously growing. Hayward designs, manufactures, and markets a full line of residential and commercial pool and spa equipment including pumps, filters, heating, cleaners, salt chlorinators, automation, lighting, safety, flow control and energy solutions at our company owned facilities. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Hayward also has facilities in Tennessee, Arizona, and Rhode Island as well as Canada, Spain, France, Australia, and China.  

Are you looking for real-world engineering experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Join Hayward Holdings, a global leader in innovative pool solutions, as an Industrial Engineering Intern at our North Kingstown, RI facility! This internship provides an exciting opportunity to apply Lean Manufacturing principles, process optimization, and efficiency improvement techniques to real production challenges.

What You’ll Do:

As a Mechanical Industrial Engineering Intern, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers to analyze bottlenecks, optimize workflow, and improve production efficiency. You'll gain hands-on experience in time studies, process improvement, and cost reduction initiatives while working in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Your Responsibilities:

✅ Process Improvement & Efficiency Optimization:

• Conduct time studies to evaluate production bottlenecks and identify inefficiencies.
• Work with the Manufacturing Engineering team to analyze and improve production assembly processes, equipment layouts, and workflow.
• Reduce downtime and waste by applying Lean Manufacturing and 8 Wastes reduction techniques.
• Balance production lines and streamline activities to increase output and reduce costs.

✅ Technical Skill Development:

• Learn how to calculate and improve production efficiencies.
• Gain experience working with an ERP system for manufacturing operations.
• Participate in Kaizen events to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

✅ Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with interns from Robotics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials, and Continuous Improvement teams.
• Develop troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills for real-world problem-solving.

What We’re Looking For:

✔ Currently enrolled as a junior or senior in a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) program in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
✔ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and SolidWorks.
✔ Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
✔ Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.
✔ Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Gain:

🚀 Hands-on experience in time studies, process optimization, and cost-saving initiatives.
🔎 Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, ERP systems, and Kaizen principles.
👥 Collaboration opportunities with experienced engineers and interns from various disciplines.
📈 A chance to develop troubleshooting and problem-solving skills that drive manufacturing efficiency.
🌍 Real-world exposure to an industry-leading company focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements:

This role involves standing, walking, and hands-on work in a manufacturing environment. You may need to lift up to 50 lbs. (using proper lifting techniques) and perform tasks requiring fine motor skills and visual acuity.

Ready to Apply Your Engineering Skills?

If you’re eager to gain practical industrial engineering experience and make an impact in manufacturing, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step toward a career in process improvement and production optimization with Hayward.

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