LEER Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Intern to support our manufacturing quality initiatives during the summer. This position is ideal for a student pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Data Analytics, or a related technical field who enjoys working with both data and people in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

The Quality Intern will work closely with Quality and Production teams to collect, analyze, and report quality data while helping identify opportunities for process improvement and corrective action.

Position Details

• Location: Elkhart, IN
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday
• Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
• Duration: Summer internship with potential extension into the school year based on student availability and performance

Key Responsibilities

• Collect quality and production data directly from the manufacturing floor
• Assist with troubleshooting quality concerns alongside production and quality personnel
• Support inspections, audits, and quality verification activities
• Develop and maintain reports using Microsoft Excel and other software tools
• Analyze quality trends and identify opportunities for improvement
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective action activities
• Communicate findings and recommendations to Quality and Operations teams
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to quality performance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment

Work Environment

• Approximately 25% of time spent on the production floor
• Remaining time focused on:
• • Data collection and organization
  • Report development
  • Quality analysis
  • Corrective action support

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in:
• • Information Technology
  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing Technology
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Data Analytics
  • Or a related technical field
• Strong computer and software skills, including:
• • Microsoft Excel
  • Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Experience with reporting or data visualization tools is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with production and office personnel

Ideal Candidate

This role is best suited for:

• An IT or data-focused student who enjoys reporting, analytics, and working with data
• An engineering or manufacturing student who prefers a hands-on role involving troubleshooting and direct interaction with production operations

Why Join LEER Group?

This internship provides valuable real-world manufacturing and quality experience while allowing students to develop technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced production environment. Interns will gain exposure to quality systems, manufacturing operations, and continuous improvement processes that support future careers in manufacturing, engineering, IT, and operations leadership.

LEER Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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