Job Description:
We are looking for a summer Textile Engineer Intern to form part of our Texwipe business unit team. Texwipe is a market leader in contamination control. With over 60 years’ experience and the most recognized name in the industry, Texwipe is known as the innovators in wiper technology. From our patented sealed-border technology to our Vectra® continuous wiper cleaning process, Texwipe is committed to producing the highest quality cleanroom consumable products in the world.
Our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture empowers you to think and act like a business owner. We aspire for everyone to perform to their full potential and value the unique and diverse perspectives, experiences and ideas that make us better together.
In this internship you will gain valuable experience and exposure to a wide range of operational areas and topics. You will be expected to present your projects to the team at the end of the summer.
This internship is a part of the division’s succession planning and applicants should have a strong desire to work for ITW and Texwipe post-graduation. This position is in our Mount Airy Plant, NC and will last approximately 12 weeks.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
The summer Textile Engineer internship is designed to give a student hands-on exposure to day-to-day operations and assist with projects and research that provide opportunity to support the growth of the organization and add positive impact. The Textile Engineer Intern duties may include:
- Analyze and improve textile manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
- Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies.
- Identify, diagnose, and resolve technical problems in textile machinery and production processes. Develop and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Monitor production quality and ensure compliance with industry standards. Conduct regular inspections and audits to maintain high-quality output.
- Maintain detailed records of process improvements, troubleshooting activities, and quality control measures. Prepare reports and presentations for management review.
- Collaborate with R&D teams to develop new textile products and innovative manufacturing techniques. Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
Qualifications:
- Must be in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in textile engineering or another related field. Ideally targeting graduation 2026.
- GPA of 3.5 or above
- Possess strong leadership, data analytics, organizational, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills.
- Self-directed, results-oriented and customer focused.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel etc.).
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team, and independently.
