Production and Logistics Intern

Main objective of the position

The Production and Logistics Intern will support key projects to improve assembly productivity, streamline operation processes, and assist in implementing a cloud-based transportation management platform. Working closely with cross-functional teams and 3PL, the intern will gain hands-on experience in process improvement and operations, contributing to measurable enhancements in efficiency and operational excellence.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assembly Productivity Improvement (Production)

Online productivity

• Strengthen the quotation validation process to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct monthly productivity reviews and present findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate improvement activities and drive productivity initiatives.

Offline activity and Backoffice Efficiency

• Review the scope of charge hands to optimize team responsibilities and workflows.
• Work with 3PL to map current processes and create Work Instructions (WI) to standardize operations.
• Assess and improve the efficiency of charge hands and material handlers through data-driven analysis and targeted recommendations.

Expectation in Measurable Results:

Demonstrable improvement in productivity metrics:

• Improve online productivity by 5%
• Reduce offline chargeable manpower by 0.5 FTE

2. Year-End Closing Period Reduction (Cross-functions)

• Review the year-end closing impacts for all departments.
• Propose and finalize the system and process streamlining.
• Restructure the year-end closing exercise including timeline, role and responsibility, communication and documentation.

Expectation in Measurable Results:

Shortened year-end closing period from 1 week to 1 day, with clear documentation of steps taken and communication guidelines.

3. Spot Buy / Cloud-based TMS Platform (Logistics)

• Support the logistics team in evaluating and implementing a cloud-based Transportation Management System and spot buying System.
• Assist in data gathering, user requirement analysis, and validation of the new platform to enhance freight management efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement of freight management process

Expectation in Measurable Results:

Successful implementation or pilot of the cloud-based TMS platform, with measurable improvements in spot buy process time or freight cost management.

• Decrease shipping officer workload by 30%