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Graco, Inc.

Graco, Inc. is hiring: Manufacturing Engineer Intern in Sioux Falls

Graco, Inc., Sioux Falls, SD, United States


Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.

Where You'll Work - Contractor Equipment Division (CED)

The Contractor Equipment Division makes sprayers that apply paint to walls and other structures, with product models for users ranging from do-it-yourself homeowners to professional paint contractors. Contractor equipment also includes sprayers that apply texture to walls and ceilings, highly viscous coatings to roofs, and line markings on roads, parking lots, athletic fields and floors.

The future of CED is bright, with significant investments being made across the business; the division is expanding to accommodate increased demand and growth driven by an investment in new products and innovative ideas. With the global industry ramping up into high gear, CED is positioned to convert contractors accustomed to manually applying paint and other coatings by brush-and-roller to spray technology.

Ready to join us?

Shift: Days, Monday - Friday

Perform engineering duties and activities for machining and assembly in a manufacturing environment. Plan and execute requirements of the business unit, as directed by the Cell Manager or Manufacturing Engineer.

  • Hand-on experience.
  • Troubleshoot issues (quality, efficiency, safety, etc.) for machining or assembly operations.
  • Recommend and implement manufacturing process improvements.
  • Fabricate fixtures on a mill or build benches and equipment.
  • Analyze production standards and operation layouts.
  • Update and document manufacturing facility layout.


Qualifications:
  • Pursing a degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
  • Desire to work in a hands-on environment. Good mechanical aptitude.
  • Initiative to learn about manufacturing and related industry requirements.
  • Experience working on a mill is helpful, but not required.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with MS Word and MS Excel. Working knowledge of AutoCAD preferred.
  • Experience with 3D modeling (Creo, Solidworks) is beneficial.
  • Ability to collaborate with Engineering staff and factory floor personnel.


At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco's culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.

Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco's comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.