Industrial Engineering

About the role

Kelly® is seeking an Operations & Materials Planning Co-op Associate to support our client’s manufacturing operations. This role offers hands-on experience in operations, production planning, inventory management, supply chain, data analysis, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze production, inventory, and operational data.
• Create and maintain Excel reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Support production and materials planning activities.
• Monitor inventory levels, shortages, excess, and slow-moving materials.
• Track purchase orders and assist with supplier follow-up.
• Monitor throughput, productivity, safety, quality, and delivery results.
• Assist with continuous improvement, inventory control, and process improvement projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Help ensure data accuracy in ERP systems and spreadsheets.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, Warehouse, Procurement, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.
• Support special projects and daily team activities.
• Gain exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, ERP systems, and data visualization tools.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Pursuing a degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Manufacturing Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
• Eligible to participate in a college co-op program.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Able to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Eager to learn and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Coursework or experience in operations, supply chain, procurement, planning, manufacturing, or continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other reporting tools.
• Interest in manufacturing, distribution, inventory management, or supply chain operations.

Pay

$20.00–$22.00 per hour

Schedule

20–40 hours per week, with planned days scheduled in advance; duration 6 months.

Benefits

Gain real-world experience in operations, manufacturing, supply chain, and materials planning while working on meaningful projects with experienced professionals. This opportunity will help you develop valuable technical, analytical, and professional skills while building your resume and professional network. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.