Job Overview

As an Operations Management Intern, you will be responsible for a range of support activities for the Komatsu South Harbor machinery factory and heat treat operations areas. These areas consist of CNC machinery and various heat-treating functions such as furnaces and induction hardeners. Activities will include production order tracking in SAP, making updates to staffing charts, updating cross training matrices, tracking dispatch compliance. With safety as a core guiding principle, this internship will also expose you to Komatsu's Safety Culture through participation in Gemba safety engagements and daily tasks.  

This position will be based on-site at our South Harbor location in Milwaukee’s Harbor District. The target start date for this role is May 2026 through August 2026 full-time and has the potential to be extended into the Fall 2026 school semester. We offer full-time hours during the summer and flexible part-time hours during the academic year.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Monitor and track aged Work In-Process (WIP)
• Assist with production order maintenance, including reviewing, updating, and maintaining records
• Support tracking of dispatch compliance to ensure on-time production/delivery and adherence to production schedules
• Analyze and interpret operational metrics to identify trends, variances, and areas to improve
• Participate in time studies and Lean Manufacturing initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste or rework
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and safety
• Update training matrices and staffing charts of production employees

Qualifications/Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Prefer Sophomore or Junior standing, but Senior (earliest graduation date of December 2026) will also be considered
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Excellent organization and personal time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Possess effective problem solving and critical thinking skills; ability to be creative and resourceful when needed
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Skills

• Safety conscience individual
• Understanding of manufacturing systems including machining or heat-treating processes
• Ability to multitask and determine priorities for completing tasks in a face-paced environment.
• Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems/software
• Knowledge of data analytics software

Additional Information

Our Internship Program is rooted in community, collaboration, and innovation. Intern program perks include:

• Several Intern-inclusive networking opportunities such as:
  • Meet & greets with executive leadership
  • Volunteer Week
  • Appreciation Events
  • End-of-Summer Capstone presentations
  • Company-sponsored travel opportunities
• Access to amenities at Milwaukee HQ’s including a coffee shop, cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch, and free onsite fitness center
• Potential to come back or join us as full-time employees
• Real-world project work alongside local, regional, and global team members
• Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts in your field

We’re excited that you’re interested in an internship with Komatsu, and we look forward to reviewing your application! While you wait for future communication from our team, we encourage you to learn more about our business by visiting www.komatsu.com.