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Saint-Gobain Inventory Control & Process Improvement Intern in WORCESTER, Massachusetts
This summer internship supports Bonded Abrasives Operations through an inventory control and process improvement initiative focused on reducing mis‑reporting across the BA business. The intern will analyze current inventory reporting practices, map existing processes, and help design improved workflows and training materials to strengthen inventory accuracy and control. This role offers hands‑on exposure to operations, process innovation, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.
Essential Functions
Develop improved inventory control processes aimed at reducing mis‑reporting
Create training materials and documentation to support consistent execution of inventory processes across BA
Deliver clearly mapped current‑state and future‑state processes to support sustained improvement
Map current inventory reporting and review processes
Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and root causes of mis‑reporting
Support the design of streamlined and optimized inventory reporting workflows
Assist in developing training materials to reinforce improved inventory processes
Collaborate with BA Operations stakeholders to validate process changes and recommendations
Document findings and recommendations in a clear, user‑friendly format
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Must be currently enrolled in a two or four-year accredited degree program, preferably in Industrial Engineering; Operations Management; Supply Chain Management; Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to organize information and document processes clearly
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred: Coursework or experience in operations, inventory management, or process improvement
Preferred: Familiarity with process mapping, continuous improvement, or lean concepts
Preferred: Interest in manufacturing operations and business process optimization
The Saint-Gobain Abrasives North America location in Worcester, AM is looking for an intern who is available for a Inventory Control & Process Improvement internship for the summer, May-August 2026. --
The internship provides professional development opportunities and valuable applied learning in a manufacturing production setting. - The individual will work under the direction the Production Planning & Control Manager. -
This is an opportunity for an intern to get exposure to various aspects that they have learned in the classroom with the real-life experiences of activities at Saint-Gobain Bonded & Super Abrasives. -This internship will also provide:
• - -Hands on experience improving inventory accuracy and operational controls-
Practical exposure to process mapping, optimization, and change implementation
Experience creating training and documentation used in real operational settings
Collaboration with operations leaders on business‑critical improvement initiatives
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
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