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Intern – Industrial Engineer

Summer 2025

Updated on 9/17/2024

Plexus

Plexus

5,001-10,000 employees

Manufactures and repairs medical devices

Healthcare
Robotics & Automation

Neenah, WI, USA

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • Student working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering for entire duration of internship.
Responsibilities
  • Support lean manufacturing/lead time reduction activities within the focus factory. Support short range focus factory capacity planning.
  • Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency, using drafting tools and computer.
  • Utilize tools such as value stream mapping and simulation software to locate waste in a process and create current, future and ideal states.
  • Study operations sequence, material flow, functional statements, organization charts, and project information to determine worker functions and responsibilities.
  • Develop manufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and cost analysis systems to promote safe and efficient staff and facility utilization.

Plexus Corp. specializes in engineering and manufacturing services for medical device manufacturers, focusing on aftermarket repair and maintenance for drug delivery devices. Their services lead to a 50% improvement in turnaround times and a 25% reduction in service costs, while also addressing quality issues. Plexus offers end-to-end solutions, from design to repair, and utilizes tools like SMART and SCORS to optimize supply chains and mitigate risks. The company's goal is to provide high-quality, efficient solutions that enhance the operations of medical device manufacturers.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Oradea, Romania

Founded

1979

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with companies like Simbe Robotics and Arch Systems highlight Plexus's role in scaling cutting-edge technologies and expanding into new markets.
  • Recognition and awards, such as the Silver SC21 status and Future Neenah Champion of the Year, reflect Plexus's industry leadership and community impact.
  • Investments from firms like Campbell & CO and Nemes Rush Group indicate strong financial backing and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The closure of the Portland facility and resulting job losses could impact employee morale and operational efficiency.
  • The highly specialized focus on medical devices may limit market diversification and expose Plexus to sector-specific risks.

What makes Plexus unique

  • Plexus specializes in aftermarket repair and maintenance services for medical devices, a niche that significantly enhances efficiency and cost-effectiveness for manufacturers.
  • Their Strategic Mitigation Action Response Tracker (SMART) and Supply Chain Optimization Results Summary (SCORS) tools provide predictive intelligence and measurable outcomes, setting them apart from competitors.
  • Plexus's expertise in complex mechatronic systems, robotics, and automated manufacturing processes allows them to deliver innovative solutions that reduce defects and speed up time to market.

Benefits

Professional and personal development

Plexus Global Mentor Program

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