• Job Description

  Req#: REQ-018576
  Manufacturing Engineering Intern

  The Company

  Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

  Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

  Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

  If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

  Job Description

  Zurn Elkay Water Solutions is looking for a motivated and driven Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our team at the Lumberton, NC facility, home to our innovative sink manufacturing operation. This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced, high-performance manufacturing environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

  What this internship offers:

  • Real-world experience supporting a national brand with a legacy of American manufacturing.
  • Exposure to manufacturing technologies and lean practices.
  • Mentorship from experienced engineers and plant leaders.
  • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful process improvement and efficiency initiatives.

  Key Accountabilities

  • Assist the Manufacturing Engineering team in optimizing sink production processes, including metal forming, welding, polishing, and assembly.
  • Support implementation of lean manufacturing initiatives and 5S activities.
  • Perform time studies and workflow analysis to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
  • Create and update work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation.
  • Assist in tooling and fixture design or improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges.
  • Collect and analyze production data to support root cause analysis and process improvements.
  • Participate in Kaizen events and cross-functional improvement projects.

  Qualifications/Requirements

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
  • Completion of sophomore year or higher preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) a plus.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
  • Interest in hands-on manufacturing environments and continuous improvement.

  Total Rewards and Benefits

  • Competitive Salary

  Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

  Total Rewards and Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
  • Matching 401(k) Contribution
  • Health Savings Account
  • Up to 3 Weeks Vacation
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Annual Bonus Eligibility
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Matching Gift Program

  **THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.**

  Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

• About the company

  Elkay Manufacturing Company is a manufacturer of stainless steel sinks, faucets, drinking fountains, bottle fillers and branded commercial interiors.

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