Thermal Processing Intern

Job Description

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Thermal Processing Intern

Posting Start Date : 10 / 28 / 25

Job Location (Short) :

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, 53204-2941

Requisition ID : 34422

Onsite or Remote : Onsite Position

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Job Overview

The Thermal Processing Intern isresponsible for a range of support activities for Operations supporting a range of heat treatment processes and metallurgical lab investigations. Activities will include developing new processes, performing hardened depth measurements, rating microstructures, and writing work instructions. Other activities include data analysis for process control and quality improvements.

This onsite position will be based at our South Harbor location in Milwaukee's Harbor District. The target start date for this role is Summer 2026 and has 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

• Help develop and test new recipes for low pressure carburizing (LPC) furnace
• Partner with team members from other parts of the organization for process or quality improvement projects
• Test production samples for load verification using standard metallurgical lab equipment
• Support troubleshooting quality and process issues while learning the equipment and processes
• Implement plan for system accuracy tests (SAT) on equipment
• Create work instructions for induction harden, salt bath, and carburizing process equipment
• Support lean manufacturing / continuous improvement projects

Qualifications / Requirements

Preferred Skills

Hiring Range

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $23.00-25.00. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

Company Benefits

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company's founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com.

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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