Job Description

Industrial Engineering (Operations Management) Intern

Scot Forge Company is looking to hire three Industrial Engineering (Operations Management) Interns for the Summer of 2026 at the corporate facility in Spring Grove, IL. An Industrial Engineering (operations management) internship at Scot Forge will provide a variety of experiences and exposure to the manufacturing management profession. This intern will be supporting the operations team through their daily tasks and projects.

This Program Offers:

• Paid Compensation  
• Professional Career Development and Mentoring
• Real World Problem Solving 
• Meaningful Project Work 
• Collaborative Work Environment  

Anticipated Projects include:

• Collaborating with the Plant Management and Supervisors on identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives throughout the manufacturing floor. 
• Participate in and support shop floor projects focused on enhancing productivity, reducing waste, and optimizing processes.
• Join daily walks and meetings to observe operations and help identify areas for improvement.
• Assist in driving 5S activities, including organizing and participating in 5S events within the shop.
• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Daily Control Meeting (DCM) activities to help maintain equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Help track and act on identified action items to support operational goals.
• Assist in conducting root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues affecting quality and productivity
• Support compliance with safety regulations and standards. 

Qualifications:

Required Skills

• Minimum Sophomore standing in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field
• Independent worker with strong self-management and problem-solving skills, who can demonstrate learning agility in Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and Process Optimization initiatives
• Knowledge of SolidWorks or other CAD/CAM software
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques, including 5S and Kaizen, preferred
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Skills

• Certifications in Lean Manufacturing Techniques, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis, and/or Safety Compliance

• Effective collaborator with strong communication skills
• Knowledge of a wide variety of manufacturing processes
• Previous exposure to CNC machining or machinery
• Geometrical Tolerance specification/application knowledge

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work anywhere in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Must be able to pass a 90-day head hair drug test today

The estimated pay range for this position is the lowest and highest range we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. The actual base pay offered to a candidate will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, seniority, geographic location and prevailing minimum wage, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Vision, Dental, Hearing, Life (Basic & AD&D), Disability (STD & LTD), 401K Plan with match, Profit Sharing, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Tax Savings (FSA & HAS), Vacation Time, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, or any other form of compensation for any particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply. 

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.