New Product Introduction Intern

Noveon Magnetics is reimagining the rare earth magnet industry through advanced manufacturing technology and resource-efficient production. The New Product Introduction Intern will support the transition of new magnet manufacturing processes into scalable production by documenting processes, conducting experiments, analyzing sample-build data, and supporting PPAP documentation.

What you'll do:

• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Shadowing technicians and engineers during build trials to create, update, and refine clear, highly visual Work Instructions and SOPs
• NPI Documentation: Supporting the update of preliminary Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, and Process FMEAs (PFMEA) based on observations from early-stage builds
• Cross-Functional Handoff: Partnering with Quality and Production teams to ensure smooth handoffs of newly documented processes to full-scale manufacturing
• Execute Process Trials: Assisting NPI engineers in planning and running process experiments (Design of Experiments / DOEs) on prototype and sample build lines
• Process Capability Baseline: Collecting and compiling experimental data to help determine process stability, baseline process capability (Cp, Cpk), and optimal operating parameters
• Waste & Yield Identification: Tracking yield trends during early sample builds to help pinpoint scrap drivers and operational inefficiencies
• Sample Build Analytics: Performing statistical and yield analysis on sample build runs to support customer sample submissions
• PPAP Support: Organizing, analyzing, and formating measurement and test data required for PPAP documentation packages (e.g., Dimensional Results, Material/Performance Test Results)
• SPC Tracking: Applying basic Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques to chart dimensional, physical, and magnetic performance traits across initial builds

What they're looking for:

• Is currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related technical field
• Can demonstrate strong foundational understanding of core manufacturing engineering principles, statistics, and engineering documentation
• Is proficient in MS Excel (data manipulation, charting, functions) or statistical tools (Minitab, JMP, Power BI, Python, or R)
• Possesses strong attention to detail with an eagerness to observe shop-floor operations and translate physical steps into clear technical documentation
• Demonstrates clear written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with operators, technicians, and design engineers
• Able to lift or move up to 20 lbs occasionally
• Comfortable spending significant time both at a desk/computer and on the manufacturing floor
• Capable of wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas
• Capable of repetitive movements, including sitting, standing, walking, and navigating the manufacturing facility
• Basic familiarity with APQP, PPAP, PFMEAs, Control Plans, or measurement equipment (CMM, calipers, optical comparators)
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing concepts, 5S, root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Fishbone), or Six Sigma methodologies
• Previous intern or co-op experience in a manufacturing, testing, or lab environment

Benefits:

• Direct exposure to scaling advanced manufacturing operations in rare earth magnet production.
• Work directly alongside senior NPI, Quality, and Process Engineers.
• Competitive intern compensation package.
• Work on PPAP packages and process documentation that directly impacts high-volume production.
• A welcoming team that values diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning.