Continues Improvement Engineering Intern at Danaher Corporation

Logan, Utah, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Life Sciences, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or business, and 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on lean implementation (will consider significant work experience)
  • Demonstrated experience with hands-on process improvement, including prototyping, testing, and iteration
  • Strong knowledge of Lean tools: 5S, Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, 3P, Daily Management, and Visual Controls
  • Proficiency in data analysis and engineering tools (Excel, AutoCAD, Visio, simulation software)
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills; able to engage with all levels of the organization
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a bias for action

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and test process improvements using Lean tools such as 3P, Standard Work, and Visual Management
  • Lead trystorming sessions to rapidly prototype and validate new ideas directly on the shop floor
  • Apply industrial engineering techniques (e.g., time studies, layout optimization, capacity modeling) to improve flow, reduce waste, and increase productivity
  • Facilitate and participate in Kaizen events, collaborating with operators, engineers, and leadership to identify and implement improvements
  • Develop and implement data-driven solutions using statistical analysis, simulations, and modeling to optimize performance
  • Support Hoshin Kanri and breakthrough objectives by translating strategic goals into executable engineering projects
  • Create and maintain standard work, process documentation, and visual controls to sustain improvements
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to design and implement production systems, including equipment layout, material flow, and ergonomics
  • Mentor and coach team members in Lean thinking and DBS tools through hands-on engagement and training
  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure improvements are sustained and aligned with SQCDM goals

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Danaher Business System (DBS)Lean principles3PStandard WorkVisual Managementtrystormingindustrial engineeringtime studieslayout optimizationcapacity modeling

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this Continuous Improvement Engineering Intern position?

The position is full-time employment.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include designing and testing process improvements using Lean tools, leading trystorming sessions, applying industrial engineering techniques, facilitating Kaizen events, and developing data-driven solutions.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or business and 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment are required.

What is the company culture like at Cytiva?

Cytiva emphasizes continuous improvement, learning opportunities, caring for each other, customers, and patients, prioritizing health, wellbeing, and safety, and working collaboratively across teams and Danaher Life Sciences companies.

What skills make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates are hands-on, action-oriented engineers passionate about Danaher Business System (DBS), Lean principles, shop floor problem-solving, trystorming, industrial engineering techniques, and cross-functional collaboration.

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
1969Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.
Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.
Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.
The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.
Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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