Manufacturing Engineering Intern
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Description Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.
Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market.
Job Purpose
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Intern to join our Manufacturing Engineering team in San Jose, CA. Our organization values respect, integrity, accountability, and impact, and we are looking for someone who shares these values and is eager to contribute to our mission. As an Intern in Manufacturing Engineering, you will have the opportunity to elevate your skills and knowledge in a dynamic and challenging environment.
You will be part of a team that is responsible for designing and implementing manufacturing processes for our cutting-edge electronics products. You will also have the chance to contribute to continuous improvement efforts to boost the efficiency and quality of our manufacturing operations.
What You'll Do
- Support the Engineering team in the design and implementation of new manufacturing processes
- Assist with the development and maintenance of manufacturing process documentation
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to boost the efficiency and quality of our manufacturing operations
- Conduct data analysis and develop recommendations for process improvement
- Participate in cross-functional projects and provide support as needed
- Perform engineering change processes as necessary to support existing products
- Tests prototypes and standard products and write reports to document the results Categorize a wide arrangement of existing parts
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to get along with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
What You'll Bring
Currently in year 3 or 4, or a post-graduate, of a 4-year degree program in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or related Engineering field
- Strong technical and problem-solving skills Be able to work minimum three days a week continually
- Ability to follow oral and written guidelines
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment Organized and detail oriented
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent computer skills including MS Office and Google Suite
- Strong commitment to respect, integrity, and accountability Willingness to learn, takes initiative, and offers improvement ideas
Physical Demands
- Work is performed in an office and a manufacturing environment.
Required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, bend; talk and hear in person; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms; substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; repetitive motion. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Occasionally may need to exert up to 30 pounds of force to lift, carry, push and pull or otherwise move objects.
Pay
$30.00 - $34.00 per hour (depending on college year) Why Join Us? At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $xx and $xx, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Sanmina employees also receive benefits including
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Sanmina, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.
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