Spring 2027 Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op

 

 

The Co-op position is a temporary, hands-on learning opportunity for a student enrolled in a cooperative education program. This role provides exposure to real-world work experiences, allowing the student to apply theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom to practical situations. The Co-op will work closely with experienced professionals in a specific department, contributing to projects and gaining valuable insights into the industry.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Create and maintain process routings / labor standards in NetSuite.
• Conduct video time studies with focus on waste identification (Lean MFG Fundamentals).
• Develop and implement routing process improvements such as standards calculators.
• Learn and execute costing studies, conduct scrap analysis and reduction.
• Implement process improvements targeting safety, quality, and efficiency (waste reduction).
• Participate and support Kaizen events with focus on process, standard work, and work instructions.

Required Skills / Abilities 

Education & Experience

• Enrolled and working towards a degree in Engineering or related technical field of study.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to traverse office, manufacturing facility and customer sites.