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Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. 

Manufacturing Intern

Job Req ID:  1250
Location: 

Lexington, SC, US, 29072

Work Arrangement:  Onsite

The Blueprint (Role Profile)

This internship provides hands-on experience supporting operational excellence initiatives within the Lexington manufacturing facility. You will work alongside engineering and operations teams to identify opportunities, improve processes, and support projects that drive efficiency, productivity, and cost reduction.

You won’t be observing from the sidelines. You’ll be in the plant, working on real problems tied to Cleco, HK Porter, and Crescent product lines.

The Build (Responsibilities)

  • Support continuous improvement projects focused on productivity, efficiency, and waste reduction
  • Assist with time studies, process mapping, and workflow analysis on the plant floor
  • Help identify bottlenecks in manufacturing and material flow
  • Partner with engineering and operations to support process improvements and small-scale automation efforts
  • Collect and analyze production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
  • Assist in developing and updating standard work instructions and documentation
  • Participate in root cause problem solving and corrective action efforts
  • Support implementation of lean manufacturing principles across the site
  • Help track and report on key performance metrics

The Toolbox (Qualifications)

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Interest in manufacturing, process improvement, or automation
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
  • Comfortable spending time on the plant floor
  • Proficiency in Excel or basic data analysis tools preferred

At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we build innovation. Each day, our associates strive to find new and exciting ways to help our customers solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the jobsite – we help build the future.

ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.2 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,700 associates around the world have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH®, SATA®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller® and APEX®. Our brands are trusted by the professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike. With our roots dating back to the 1800’s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and safety for customers in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets. 

 As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.

Our six core values - Customers Come First, Integrity in All We Do, Continuous Improvement, Innovation for Growth, Passion to Succeed and Best Talent, One Team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become reality, join us and say #WeBuildATG!


Nearest Major Market: Columbia
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina

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