Industrial Engineering Intern
hace 8 días
Corpus Christi
Job Description The Industrial Engineering Internship at TRDI offers hands-on experience in improving processes across grounds maintenance, landscaping/tree care, custodial services, food services, and minor construction projects. This internship provides hands on exposure to operational analysis, quality control, and compliance in a multi site service environment. Interns will assist with data collection, workflow documentation, and improvement initiatives under the guidance of experienced engineers and project managers. Key Responsibilities • Data Collection & Analysis, • Conduct time studies and collect productivity data for grounds, custodial, and food service tasks., • Assist in route optimization and crew balancing exercises using provided templates., • Process Documentation, • Help create standard work instructions, visual job aids, and checklists for recurring tasks., • Update asset logs and preventive maintenance records in TRDI’s CMMS system., • Quality & Compliance Support, • Participate in site inspections and audits; record findings and assist with corrective action tracking., • Verify documentation for safety protocols, PPE usage, and chemical handling compliance., • Continuous Improvement Projects, • Support kaizen events and brainstorming sessions for efficiency improvements., • Prepare simple KPI dashboards and weekly summary reports for supervisors. 1. Cross‑Contract Process Optimization • Perform field studies (time‑motion, crew balance, route and layout analysis) to standardize tasks and set takt/beat rates for recurring activities (e.g., mowing, edging, pruning, floor care turns, dining hall flows)., • Create Standard Work with visual work instructions, checklists, and job aids; establish daily/weekly work plans aligned to each contract’s PWS and service level standards., • Facilitate kaizen/rapid improvement events to remove bottlenecks, reduce travel and idle time, and improve equipment utilization. 2. Grounds Maintenance & Landscaping • Translate PWS service levels (e.g., mowing frequency and height limits; edging/trimming cadence; aeration, de‑thatching, fertilization schedules) into executable work standards and inspection criteria., • Optimize mowing routes using crew/equipment capacity, acreage mix, and terrain; set productivity baselines and trigger thresholds for corrective action. 3. Arboriculture & Vegetation Control • Ensure tree pruning and ornamental tree maintenance is performed by certified arborists and that all arboricultural operations follow OSHA and ANSI Z133 safe‑work practices., • Verify that pesticide/herbicide applicators possess the State of Texas certifications required by contract; maintain licensing records and training logs., • Develop task plans (e.g., crown raising, structural pruning, hazard limb removal) with risk controls, equipment lists, and debris handling workflows. 4. Custodial/Housekeeping Operations • Align custodial processes and audits to industry frameworks (e.g., ISSA CIMS), customer scorecards, and internal QC plans; build sampling plans and control charts for key areas (restrooms, floors, touch points)., • Standardize floor care cycles (strip, scrub, burnish), PDPs, and inspection routes; reduce rework through root‑cause analysis and targeted training. 5. Food Services Support • Map service flows (receiving, prep, line service, sanitation, waste streams); set labor standards per meal period; optimize back‑of‑house layouts for safety and efficiency., • Implement temperature‑control checks, cleaning schedules, and HACCP‑aligned routines as contract requirements dictate. 6. Safety & Compliance • Partner with Safety to develop Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and pre‑task plans; ensure PPE, equipment guarding, and lockout/tagout procedures are implemented where applicable., • Conduct field audits for arboriculture, pesticide application, equipment operation, and custodial chemical handling, close compliance gaps with training and procedural updates. 7. Subcontractor & Workforce Optimization • Define subcontractor scopes and measurable deliverables (e.g., tree service, berm maintenance) aligned to PWS; support RFQ development and technical reviews., • Model staffing levels, shift patterns, and crew mixes; establish productivity baselines and incentives; assist HR/PMs with onboarding and cross‑training plans. 8. Asset, Fleet & Equipment Efficiency • Use TRDI’s asset templates/CMMS to capture equipment data (utilization, PM adherence, downtime) and drive repair‑vs‑replace decisions., • Coordinate with Fleet/Telematics providers to reduce idle time, optimize dispatch, and improve safety and compliance (e.g., driver behavior, geofencing). 9. Data, Reporting & Communication • Build weekly KPI packs for PMs and the Director of Operations: service‑level compliance, quality scores, safety indicators, productivity, cost variances, and equipment uptime., • Maintain risk logs, issue lists, and change trackers; lead performance reviews with customer reps and internal stakeholders. 10. Training & Continuous Improvement • Develop site training modules (standard work, safety, equipment operation, inspection methods); deliver toolbox talks and skill refreshers., • Support readiness for audits (customer, internal QC, standards) with current documentation, evidence trails, and improvement backlogs. Learning Objectives • Gain practical experience applying Lean/Six Sigma principles in real-world service operations., • Understand Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISSA CIMS, OSHA, ANSI Z133)., • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field., • Basic knowledge of process improvement tools and Microsoft Excel., • Strong attention to detail and willingness to work in both office and field environments., • Familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma concepts (Green Belt coursework a plus)., • Interest in facilities management, grounds maintenance, or custodial operations., • Ability to work outdoors during site visits; walk/stand for extended periods., • Must be able to travel to job-sites in nine states, Must be centrally located near the following cities:, • Corpus Christi, TX, • Killen, Tx, • Rio Grande Valley, TX, • San Antonio, TX