Mechanical Engineering - Manufacturing Internship

Overview

Dexter, the premier supplier and manufacturer of axles, doors, venting products and related components in the utility trailer, boat trailer, recreational vehicle, heavy duty and manufactured housing markets, has an opportunity for an Mechanical Engineering - Manufacturing Intern at our multi-plant manufacturing facility located in Albion, Indiana and Elkhart, Indiana.

Dexter is an industry leader with a highly developed distribution network and plants in the states of Indiana, Oklahoma, Georgia, California, Tennessee, Florida, and Texas and in the provinces of Ontario and Alberta in Canada. Dexter has achieved its many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

Dexter has achieved its many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service. In 2013, Dexter expanded our product offering with the acquisition of Unique Functional Products (UFP), a leading axle manufacturer in the marine industry. In the late 2014, Dexter Axle Company also acquired AL-KO Axis. In 2015 Dexter acquired the Titan Brake and Actuator business. In September 2016, Dexter purchased Rockwell American. In December of 2016, Dexter purchased the heavy duty axle and suspension manufacturing assets of Ingersoll Axles, along with the light duty axle manufacturing assets of Standen’s from the IMT Group. In February of 2017, Dexter purchased the axle, brake and actuation business assets from Tie Down Engineering.  Dexter is well known for providing superior quality, service, and support.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dexteraxle.com.

Position Summary

This posiition will be responsible for assisting assisting Manufacturing Engineers on daily production support, capital project completion, safety and ergonomic projects and enhanced quality systems.

• May 2024 - August 2024, 40 hours/week, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Flexible hours available)
• Fall Hours will be available to individuals who can work throughout the school year and have a successful summer

Requirements

• Must be pursuring a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Technology,  or equivalent
• Candidates must be able to read work instructions and other work documents provided in English; must be able to write production and quality information in English; must understand verbal instructions provided in English; and must speak basic English

Some examples of competencies:

• Problem solving
• Independent thinking
• Self-motivated
• Group communication
• Microsoft Office
• Presentation skills
• Working with a diverse workforce
• MSD sheets
• Chemical Analysis for washers and paint systems

Work Environment:

• Office and factory floor
• PPE required: safety glasses, ear protection, steel toed shoes with metatarsal guards

Physical Requirements:

• Office sit down work, walking, light lifting and movement

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in said position.