About the Role
Reporting to the Manufacturing Strategy & Continuous Improvement Director, this is an exciting fixed-term opportunity for an Intern or Graduate looking to develop their career within manufacturing, continuous improvement, and industrial engineering.
This role is ideally suited to candidates currently studying towards, or recently qualified in, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline. You will gain hands-on experience supporting improvement projects across the manufacturing facility, applying Lean Manufacturing, Factory Physics, and data-driven problem-solving techniques to enhance operational performance.
What You Will Do
- Identify opportunities for operational improvement and lead the implementation of new manufacturing systems, processes, and procedures.
- Drive continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
- Analyse and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) performance and lead throughput improvement programmes.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing and Factory Physics principles to optimise manufacturing performance.
- Conduct capacity planning, speed modelling, and throughput analysis to support operational decision-making.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional and cross-module teams to implement process improvements and best practices.
- Project manage both small and large-scale improvement initiatives, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives.
- Collect, analyse, and interpret manufacturing data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Support the development of standardised processes and promote a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation.
What You Will Need
Essential
- Currently studying towards, or recently graduated in, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
- Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
- Highly analytical and data-driven approach to problem solving.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
Desirable
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt qualification.
- Knowledge of Industrial Engineering methodologies, including process analysis and implementation.
- Experience leading continuous improvement programmes using Lean principles.
- Working knowledge of 5S and workplace organisation methodologies.
- Understanding of manufacturing performance management and improvement systems.
- Previous project management and leadership experience.
- Experience with capacity modelling, throughput analysis, and OEE improvement initiatives.
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Results-oriented with a focus on delivering measurable business improvements.
- Collaborative team player with a passion for operational excellence.
What You'll Gain
- Practical experience within a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Industrial Engineering methodologies.
- Experience supporting cross-functional improvement projects.
- Mentoring from experienced Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing professionals.
- Development of analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills.
- Opportunity to make a measurable impact on operational performance.
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Internship / Graduate Placement
Location: Newport
Skills Required
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Data-oriented working approach
- Green Belt or Black Belt qualification
- Industrial Engineering methodologies, including implementation and analysis
- Working knowledge of 5S
- Working knowledge of manufacturing management and performance improvement programs
- Project management or leadership experience
Vishay Intertechnology Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision insurance are consistently included, and coverage is described as good in multiple locations. Employee assistance and wellness initiatives further reinforce the core medical offering.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is part of the standard U.S. package, providing structured retirement savings support. Legacy pension arrangements are frozen, making the 401(k) the primary vehicle for retirement benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave are part of the offering across sites. PTO and occasional flexibility contribute to a manageable work‑life rhythm.
Vishay Intertechnology Insights
What We Do
Vishay manufactures one of the world’s largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. Serving customers worldwide, Vishay is The DNA of tech™ Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). More on Vishay at www.Vishay.com. Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally. Do you have the skills we need? Are you ready to power your career as you power the world? If so, apply today. It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status or a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Vishay is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] assistance. Equal Opportunity Employer
