Do you want to work for a company where the people are the purpose? Grimco is a leading $1.5 billion sign supply distribution company serving the graphics and signage industry. As a family-owned business, we combine the stability and resources of an industry leader with the agility and innovation of an entrepreneurial environment.
Job DescriptionWe're seeking a Mechanical/Industrial Engineering Intern who wants real-world experience applying Six Sigma methodologies in a manufacturing environment. You'll own process improvement projects from concept to completion, working hands-on in our production facility to drive measurable operational enhancements.
What You'll Do:
- Design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) in manufacturing environments to optimize process parameters and product quality
- Conduct Big Data Analysis to uncover patterns and insights from production data streams
- Combine AI with Mechanical and Industrial Engineering tools to develop intelligent automation solutions
- Execute DMAIC projects to reduce process variation and eliminate manufacturing waste
- Conduct time studies, process mapping, and statistical analysis to identify improvement opportunities
- Design and prototype automation solutions for production line efficiency
- Apply statistical process control techniques to monitor and optimize manufacturing operations
- Collaborate with production teams to implement Lean manufacturing principles
- Present data-driven findings and recommendations to facility leadership
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field
- Expected graduation date: 2027 or 2028
- Coursework or project experience in Six Sigma, statistical analysis, or process improvement
- Self-starter who thrives with autonomy and data-driven problem solving
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with production equipment
- Familiarity with statistical software, process mapping tools, or quality control methodologies
Ready to make your mark? Apply today and join us in driving operational excellence in sign manufacturing!
What We Offer
Hands-on experience applying Six Sigma tools with immediate impact Mentorship from experienced engineering professionals and certified Black Belts Exposure to diverse manufacturing processes in the sign and graphics industry Competitive internship compensation Potential for full-time opportunities upon graduation
Additional InformationGrimco is a national wholesale sign supply manufacturer and distributor with over 50 locations across North America. We focus on distributing quality products and providing excellent service to the sign industry. Our offering of sign supplies includes traffic signs, blanks, substrates, boards, digital print media, wrap films, sign vinyl, application tape, banner material and supplies, sign frames, banner stands, LEDs and electrical accessories, grand format solvent/UV/latex printers, inks, software and more.
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What We Do
Grimco was founded in 1875 in St. Louis, Missouri. Today we have over 50 locations across the United States, Canada, and the U.K.
We focus on the distribution of quality products and providing excellent service to the sign industry. Our offering of sign supplies includes substrates, traffic signs, digital print media, vehicle wrap films, sign vinyl, banner materials, sign frames, screen/garment, LEDs and electrical accessories, grand format printers, inks, software, and more.
With locations all across North America, we are locally stocked with ample inventory for our customer's convenience. Grimco is known for carrying the best products in the industry from our trusted vendors, including 3M™, Avery Dennison®, ORAFOL®, Clear focus, Sihl, General Formulations. We are also an authorized equipment reseller for HP, EPSON, Graphtec, Royal Sovereign, Fletcher, and Esko.
Following thorough industry research, Grimco introduced to the market exclusive product lines such as Briteline, Hanley LEDs, MAXMETAL, Ion PVC, and Rad Grafix.
Grimco strives to better service our customers across the Americas through further geographic growth, where a location is never too far away. With around the clock convenience, customers can order online 24/7 through our websites, with added benefits like precise delivery times, pricing, and product availability.
We will also continue to represent the highest quality and most technologically advanced products available, always at a great value.
The brands you know, from a company you can trust.
Grimco has been voted "Vendor of the Year" by our customers in the FASTSIGNS, Signs by Tomorrow, and Signs Now nationwide franchise networks.
We believe in selling within the industry to sign-makers and never compete with our customers. We will continue to employ the industry's most knowledgeable and skilled employees with experience to help grow our business. We look forward to serving our customers and their businesses in the future.
