Process Engineer Intern
Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
27 August 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline:
24 November 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Process Engineering Intern
Location: Onsite Los Angeles CA
Job Type: Full-Time Internship Monday-Friday 7 am -3:30 pm
Ready to turn your engineering skills into real-world opportunities If youre excited about improving how things are made solving operational problems and seeing your work make a real impact this could be the opportunity for you. Join VersaDesk as a Process Engineering Intern and gain hands-on experience directly on the manufacturing floor working alongside team members to develop processes create SOPs improve training and make a growing manufacturing operation more efficient.
About VersaDesk
At VersaDesk we operate at the intersection of American manufacturing e-commerce innovation and product design. As a vertically integrated manufacturer and direct-to-consumer brand we manage everything from engineering and production to marketing fulfillment and customer experience. Were built around innovation continuous improvement and ambitious growth. Our fast-paced collaborative team works to build better products smarter systems and more efficient processes.
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated hands-on Process Engineering Intern to join our Operations team in Los Angeles. Youll gain real-world experience in manufacturing process development and continuous improvement. This is a floor-based role. You will spend significant time on the manufacturing floor working directly alongside production team members learning how work is performed documenting processes and developing practical SOPs and training materials. This is a 3-month internship with potential for full-time employment based on performance and company needs.
What Youll Do
Work directly on the manufacturing floor alongside production team members
Observe and document how tasks and processes are actually performed
Work with employees to develop and improve SOPs work instructions checklists and training materials
Develop visual process documentation and training materials to make processes easier to follow
Create process maps and document best practices
Standardize processes across production assembly inventory and shipping
Identify bottlenecks inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement
Assist with Lean and continuous improvement projects
Help develop and implement improved work methods
Train and support team members on newly developed processes and SOPs
Test processes on the floor and make adjustments based on real-world results
Track improvements and measure results
Help improve productivity quality safety and consistency
Collaborate with Operations Production Inventory Purchasing Quality and other teams
What Were Looking For Must-Have Skills
Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Supply Chain Operations Management or related field
Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills
Comfortable with Excel/Google Sheets Strong attention to detail
Interest in manufacturing and process improvement
Willingness to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment and alongside production team members
Nice-to-Have Skills
Lean Manufacturing experience or coursework
Process mapping or SOP development experience
Manufacturing or production experience
Exposure to time studies root cause analysis or workflow analysis
Experience creating training or process documentation What Youll Gain
Hands-on manufacturing and process engineering experience
Direct experience working on a manufacturing floor
Experience creating SOPs work instructions and standardized processes
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement
Experience working directly with production and operations teams
Practical experience solving real process inefficiencies
Cross-functional experience within a growing manufacturing company
Mentorship and professional experience beyond the classroom
Real process improvement work to add to your portfolio
If youre ready to turn your engineering education into real-world experience and help build better processes at a growing manufacturing company wed love to hear from you. Expected pay range for this role is starting at 20.00/hour.
Location: Onsite Los Angeles CA
Job Type: Full-Time Internship Monday-Friday 7 am -3:30 pm
Ready to turn your engineering skills into real-world opportunities If youre excited about improving how things are made solving operational problems and seeing your work make a real impact this could be the opportunity for you. Join VersaDesk as a Process Engineering Intern and gain hands-on experience directly on the manufacturing floor working alongside team members to develop processes create SOPs improve training and make a growing manufacturing operation more efficient.
About VersaDesk
At VersaDesk we operate at the intersection of American manufacturing e-commerce innovation and product design. As a vertically integrated manufacturer and direct-to-consumer brand we manage everything from engineering and production to marketing fulfillment and customer experience. Were built around innovation continuous improvement and ambitious growth. Our fast-paced collaborative team works to build better products smarter systems and more efficient processes.
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated hands-on Process Engineering Intern to join our Operations team in Los Angeles. Youll gain real-world experience in manufacturing process development and continuous improvement. This is a floor-based role. You will spend significant time on the manufacturing floor working directly alongside production team members learning how work is performed documenting processes and developing practical SOPs and training materials. This is a 3-month internship with potential for full-time employment based on performance and company needs.
What Youll Do
Work directly on the manufacturing floor alongside production team members
Observe and document how tasks and processes are actually performed
Work with employees to develop and improve SOPs work instructions checklists and training materials
Develop visual process documentation and training materials to make processes easier to follow
Create process maps and document best practices
Standardize processes across production assembly inventory and shipping
Identify bottlenecks inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement
Assist with Lean and continuous improvement projects
Help develop and implement improved work methods
Train and support team members on newly developed processes and SOPs
Test processes on the floor and make adjustments based on real-world results
Track improvements and measure results
Help improve productivity quality safety and consistency
Collaborate with Operations Production Inventory Purchasing Quality and other teams
What Were Looking For Must-Have Skills
Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Supply Chain Operations Management or related field
Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills
Comfortable with Excel/Google Sheets Strong attention to detail
Interest in manufacturing and process improvement
Willingness to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment and alongside production team members
Nice-to-Have Skills
Lean Manufacturing experience or coursework
Process mapping or SOP development experience
Manufacturing or production experience
Exposure to time studies root cause analysis or workflow analysis
Experience creating training or process documentation What Youll Gain
Hands-on manufacturing and process engineering experience
Direct experience working on a manufacturing floor
Experience creating SOPs work instructions and standardized processes
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement
Experience working directly with production and operations teams
Practical experience solving real process inefficiencies
Cross-functional experience within a growing manufacturing company
Mentorship and professional experience beyond the classroom
Real process improvement work to add to your portfolio
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.
- Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours daily and lift up to 50 lbs consistently without assistance.
- Ability to stand for long shifts bend twist and repetitively lift heavy office furniture weighing up to 50 lbs.
If youre ready to turn your engineering education into real-world experience and help build better processes at a growing manufacturing company wed love to hear from you. Expected pay range for this role is starting at 20.00/hour.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
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