Summer Intern- Material Planning
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Location: Renton, WA, US, 98055
Company: PACCAR
Requisition Summary
The Material Planning Intern will work with the Materials team and other groups around the factory. Functions will include vacation coverage, leading Continuous Improvement activities, creating training material, development of SharePoint sites for Material Control, and working special projects.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
- Vacation Coverage.
- Leading continuous improvement activities.
- Creating training material.
- Working on various special projects.
Qualifications
We are looking for students currently enrolled in a degree program for Engineering, Operations, Business or a related field.
Excellent candidates will possess:
- Ability to multi-task, adapt in our environment and change priorities quickly if assembly needs dictate.
- Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people and function.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Analytical and problem solving skills.
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work with computer systems and effectively leverage spreadsheet and database technologies.
- Proven ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of and ability to successfully apply Six Sigma tools and methodology is a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Must be available 12-15 weeks
Intern Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options, including:
- Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Sick Leave
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
- EAP services: including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more
- Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth, training, and development opportunities
- Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
Additional Job Board Information
At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for internship positions is $25 an hour for undergraduate students and $30 an hour for graduate students. Additionally, this role is eligible for a range of benefit options listed above.
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.
This is a safety-sensitive position, and the pre-employment drug testing includes cannabis testing.
Kenworth Truck Company (Renton) is an E-Verify employer.
Nearest Major Market: Seattle
Nearest Secondary Market: Bellevue
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