Industrial Engineering Co-Op

Company Overview

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a "Bridgestone West" strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

Position Summary

The Industrial Engineering Co-op supports continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing processes, collecting data, and assisting with projects that improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency. This role provides hands-on experience in a manufacturing or business environment while applying engineering principles learned in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Assist with time studies, process mapping, and workflow analysis.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data.
• Support continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Help identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Create and maintain standard work instructions and process documentation.
• Assist in capacity planning, labor analysis, and production studies.
• Support project teams with root cause analysis and problem-solving activities.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with data analysis tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with statistical analysis and engineering software.
• Previous internship, co-op, or manufacturing experience preferred but not required.

What We Offer

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• An effective and inclusive team.