Industrial Engineering Intern (Stamping) Summer 2027

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated intern to support manufacturing and warehousing operations. Key responsibilities include implementing a new or upgraded barcode system to optimize workflows, improve inventory accuracy, and enhance efficiency. The candidate will also develop and deliver manufacturing documentation such as work instructions and training guides.  This hands-on, cross-functional role involves collaborating with engineering, IT, and operations teams across Cretex sites in Brooklyn Park and Dassel, MN. The intern will help ensure a successful system rollout and user adoption in a regulated, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Map current workflows, handling, and data collection methods to identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist in designing the barcode system implementation, including hardware selection, labeling conventions, and ERP integration by defining data fields for handheld scanners.
• Configure, test, deploy, and support hardware and software in production and warehouse environments.
• Interview subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather technical information.
• Create and revise documentation such as work instructions, troubleshooting guides, and training materials, including diagrams, images and flowcharts.
• Maintain version control of all technical documents.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s Quality System, ISO standards, and medical device regulations.
• Follow established work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Understand customer needs and core markets served.

• Enrolled in a four-year degree program in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Technical Communication, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across diverse audiences (engineers, IT, operators, and management).
• Basic IT and networking knowledge; familiarity with barcode technologies.
• Excellent technical writing and editing skills for multiple audiences.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, process flows, and equipment manuals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint; Publisher).
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, adaptable, and curious.

What to Expect from an Internship with Cretex Medical?

Each summer, we are excited to offer interns countless opportunities to network, learn more about the Cretex family of businesses, and have fun! Here are some things you’ll get to experience as an intern with Cretex Medical and its businesses:

• Work with the latest technologies
• Challenge yourself and grow your skills
• Find opportunities to move across our family of businesses

Cretex offers internships in many different areas, including Engineering, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Accounting, Business, and Production Operations. We encourage you to explore the many internship opportunities Cretex Medical could offer you.

Internships are available in a variety of locations within the Minneapolis/St. Paul (Minnesota) metro area, including Elk River, Brooklyn Park, Bloomington, Coon Rapids, Anoka, and Dassel. If you have a location preference, please specify that in the job application questions.

Here are some of the things that interns have said about working at Cretex: 

• “I enjoyed how integrated the interns were in the workflow. We were working on projects that made an impact for the company. I had opportunities to work with employees from all areas of the company as well as other interns.”

• “During my internship, I gained firsthand experience in project management, quality systems, and manufacturing best practices. I was able to grow my skills in design by focusing on creating more ergonomic processes for manufacturing. I enjoyed the learning experience and the relationships I developed.”

Cretex Intern Benefits:

Cretex offers a wide range of benefits for interns including:

• Eligible for Housing Stipend for Relocation
• Eligible for Health and Wellness Benefits
• Career Development Activities
• Opportunities to Interact with Leadership
• Company Events
  • Facility Tours
  • Summer Intern Event

 Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

All Employees:

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees. 

20+hours:

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week. 

30+ hours:

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week. 

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.  

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.