Industrial Engineering Intern

Operational Excellence (OpEx) / Industrial Engineering InternLocation: Greenville, SCDepartment: Operational Excellence (Packaging)Duration: Summer 2026Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week)Pay: $22-25/hourPosition OverviewPAI Pharma is seeking a driven and analytical Industrial Engineering / Operational Excellence Intern to support performance optimization across packaging operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to dive into real production data, evaluate system constraints, and help identify opportunities to improve efficiency across packaging lines.This is not a “watch and learn” internship. You’ll be investigating real bottlenecks, validating performance metrics, and helping answer the question every plant cares about: what’s slowing us down and how do we fix it? Key Responsibilities• Conduct constraint and bottleneck analysis across multiple packaging lines • Evaluate performance of line components, including fillers and supporting equipment • Analyze production data to determine true system limitations • Validate accuracy of line speeds and performance metrics • Review and assess OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) data within systems • Investigate reported speed losses and inefficiencies • Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and OpEx teams to support improvement efforts • Document findings and provide recommendations for process optimization Key Projects• Perform a comprehensive constraint analysis for each packaging line • Determine whether fillers are true bottlenecks or if constraints exist elsewhere • Evaluate speed capability of individual line components • Validate performance data within the SCW OEE measurement system • Identify and verify sources of speed loss and inefficiency Learning ObjectivesThrough this internship, the selected candidate will:• Gain hands-on experience with industrial engineering principles in a live manufacturing environment • Learn how to perform bottleneck and constraint analysis • Develop an understanding of OEE systems and production performance metrics • Build data analysis and problem-solving skills using real operational data • Experience how continuous improvement initiatives are executed in a pharmaceutical setting Qualifications• Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Interest in manufacturing, operations, or process improvement • Ability to interpret data and identify trends • Strong communication and teamwork skills Preferred Qualifications• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or OpEx concepts • Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, etc.) • Interest in pursuing a career in manufacturing or operational excellence What You’ll Gain• Real-world experience solving actual production challenges • Exposure to high-impact efficiency and performance initiatives • Hands-on work with OEE systems and manufacturing data • Opportunity to contribute insights that could directly improve operations